The nurse is caring for a client who has had a segmental cystectomy. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the postoperative teaching for the client?
A)Limit fluid intake for at least 7 days.
B)Urine should be amber and not contain blood clots.
C)In about one week urine will have rust-coloured flecks.
D)Avoid sitz baths for a week after surgery.

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Approximately 7-10 days following tumour resection or ablation, the patient may observe dark red or rust-coloured flecks in the urine. These are anticipated and represent scabs from the healing tumour resection sites. Other postoperative instructions for a segmental cystectomy includes to drink a large volume of fluid each day for the first week following the procedure and to avoid intake of alcoholic beverages. Urine is anticipated to be pink during the first several days after the procedure, but it should not be bright red or contain blood clots. The patient can be encouraged to take a 15-20-minute sitz bath two to three times a day to promote muscle relaxation and to reduce the risk of urinary retention.

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