A client who underwent an abdominal hysterectomy 3 days ago reports burning with urination. Her urine output during the previous shift was 210 mL, and her temperature is 101.3° F (38.5° C). Which of these actions prescribed by the health care provider will you implement first?
1) Insert a straight catheter PRN for output of less than 300 mL/8 hr.
2) Administer acetaminophen (Tylenol) 650 mg orally.
3) Send a urine specimen to the laboratory for culture and sensitivity testing.
4) Administer ceftizoxime (Cefizox) 1 g IV every 12 hours.