Inserting urinary catheter

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An LPN is inserting a urinary catheter for a newly admitted male patient, age 59, with new onset urinary retention of 825 mL after 12 hours and no known allergies. During the procedure, the patient develops facial swelling, urticaria, pruritus, and blood pressure of 98/78 mm Hg. The nurse stops the procedure and maintains the patient in a supine position. The patient is given epinephrine and diphenhydramine. The LPN continues to monitor him. Airway is patent. Vital signs remain stable. 3 What actions will the LPN take in order to provide patient care and relieve the urinary retention? 4 What education will the LPN reinforce for the patient upon discharge? 5 Develop an SBAR for the handoff report of this patient at the end of the LPN's shift.

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