The patient had surgery at 10:00 AM. At 6:00 PM, the nurse notes that the patient has not voided since returning from surgery. What would the nurse do first? Help the patient to the toilet and open the faucet so that water runs. Palpate above the symphysis pubis to check for bladder distention. Call the surgeon and obtain an order for catheterization. Help the patient to get up and ambulate to stimulate urination.
[Verified Answer]: The patient had surgery at 10:00 AM
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