Pn fundamentals 2023
Pn fundamentals 2023 ( 55 Questions)
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a male client who has an indwelling urinary catheter. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Applying antiseptic ointment is generally not recommended as it can cause irritation and may introduce bacteria.
Keeping the drainage bag below waist level helps maintain proper urine flow and reduces the risk of backflow, which can cause infection.
The drainage bag should be emptied when it is about half full, not only once a day, to prevent backflow and infection.
Clamping the tube is not advised as it could lead to urine retention and increase the risk of infection.
A. Applying antiseptic ointment is generally not recommended as it can cause irritation and may introduce bacteria.
B. Keeping the drainage bag below waist level helps maintain proper urine flow and reduces the risk of backflow, which can cause infection.
C. The drainage bag should be emptied when it is about half full, not only once a day, to prevent backflow and infection.
D. Clamping the tube is not advised as it could lead to urine retention and increase the risk of infection.