Case Study: Mr. Thompson, a 68-year-old male, has undergone a radical prostatectomy for prostate cancer. He is now in the postoperative unit, experiencing moderate pain and has a urinary catheter in place.
Q1. What postoperative symptoms and complications should you monitor for in Mr. Thompson?
Q2. What instructions should you provide Mr. Thompson regarding the care of his urinary catheter and incision site?
Q3. What are the immediate nursing priorities in managing Mr. Thompson's pain and urinary catheter care?
Q4. How would you address potential complications such as urinary retention or infection?