Which finding is considered normal shortly after a cystoscopy?

Which finding is considered normal shortly after a cystoscopy?

• A. Bright red blood in urine
• B. No urine output
• C. Severe fever
• D. Pink-tinged urine

Answer: (D)

After cystoscopy, mild irritation of the urethra and bladder from the instrument can cause a small amount of bleeding, which shows up as pink-tinged urine. This slight discoloration is common and usually resolves within a day or two as the mucosa heals. Bright red urine would signal active bleeding, no urine output suggests a blockage or catheter issue, and a severe fever points to infection—each needing medical attention. So pink-tinged urine reflects a normal, expected post-procedure finding, while the others indicate potential complications.

After cystoscopy, mild irritation of the urethra and bladder from the instrument can cause a small amount of bleeding, which shows up as pink-tinged urine. This slight discoloration is common and usually resolves within a day or two as the mucosa heals. Bright red urine would signal active bleeding, no urine output suggests a blockage or catheter issue, and a severe fever points to infection—each needing medical attention. So pink-tinged urine reflects a normal, expected post-procedure finding, while the others indicate potential complications.