A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving continuous bladder irrigation following a transurethral resection of the prostate 4 hr ago.
The nurse notes pink-tinged urine in the drainage bag.
Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Choice A rationale:

The nurse should prioritize the client's concerns and engage in therapeutic communication. By asking the client about their concerns, the nurse demonstrates empathy and encourages the client to express their feelings, which can help address any fears or anxieties related to using a bedpan. This approach promotes trust and allows the nurse to provide appropriate support and education to the client.

Choice B rationale:

This option does not address the client's concerns about using a bedpan. Instructing the client to use nearby furniture does not address the client's emotional needs or provide appropriate assistance for the current situation.

Choice C rationale:

This response is authoritarian and does not respect the client's autonomy or emotional state. It may cause the client to feel powerless and anxious, which can negatively impact the nurse-client relationship.

Choice D rationale:

Involving the physical therapist in this situation is unnecessary and does not address the client's immediate concern. It also does not promote open communication between the nurse and the client about the client's feelings regarding using a bedpan.

Choice A rationale:

Distributive justice refers to the fair distribution of resources, benefits, and burdens in society. Ensuring that a homeless client receives preventive medical care exemplifies distributive justice as it promotes equal access to healthcare resources for all individuals, regardless of their housing situation.

Choice B rationale:

Being honest with the parents of a child about the need to report suspected abuse is an example of veracity, which is the duty to tell the truth. While honesty is important, it does not directly relate to distributive justice.

Choice C rationale:

Accepting the decision of an older adult client to live alone in her home respects the client's autonomy and independence but does not specifically demonstrate distributive justice.

Choice D rationale:

Keeping a promise to visit with a housebound client is an example of fidelity, the duty to fulfill promises. While it is ethically important, it does not exemplify distributive justice, which pertains to fair resource allocation.