This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: A nurse is caring for a hospitalized patient with a urinary catheter. Which nursing action best ... (Read 46 times)

strangeaffliction

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 660
on: Jul 22, 2018
A nurse is caring for a hospitalized patient with a urinary catheter. Which nursing action best prevents the patient from acquiring an infection?
 
  a. Maintaining a closed urinary drainage system
  b. Inserting the catheter using strict clean technique
  c. Disconnecting and replacing the catheter drainage bag once per shift
  d. Fully inflating the catheter's balloon according to the manufacturer's recommendation

Question 2

The nurse is preparing to apply an external catheter. Which action will the nurse take?
 
  a. Allow 1 to 2 inches of space between the tip of the penis and the end of the catheter.
  b. Spiral wrap the penile shaft using adhesive tape to secure the catheter.
  c. Twist the catheter before applying drainage tubing to the end of the catheter.
  d. Shave the pubic area before applying the catheter.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

fdliggud

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 366
Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
A key intervention to prevent infection is maintaining a closed urinary drainage system. A catheter should be inserted in the hospital setting using sterile technique. Inflating the balloon fully prevents dislodgment and trauma, not infection. Disconnecting the drainage bag from the catheter creates a break in the system and an open portal of entry and increases risk of infection.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
When applying an external catheter, allow 2.5 to 5 cm (1 to 2 inches) of space between the tip of the penis and the end of the catheter. Spiral wrap the penile shaft with supplied elastic adhesive. The strip should not overlap. The elastic strip should be snug but not tight. NOTE: Never use adhesive tape. Connect drainage tubing to the end of the condom catheter. Be sure the condom is not twisted. Connect the catheter to a large-volume drainage bag or leg. Clip hair at the base of the penile shaft, as necessary. Do not shave the pubic area.


strangeaffliction

  • Member
  • Posts: 660
Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

AmberC1996

  • Member
  • Posts: 317
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

To combat osteoporosis, changes in lifestyle and diet are recommended. At-risk patients should include 1,200 to 1,500 mg of calcium daily either via dietary means or with supplements.

Did you know?

People about to have surgery must tell their health care providers about all supplements they take.

Did you know?

Of the estimated 2 million heroin users in the United States, 600,000–800,000 are considered hardcore addicts. Heroin addiction is considered to be one of the hardest addictions to recover from.

Did you know?

Allergies play a major part in the health of children. The most prevalent childhood allergies are milk, egg, soy, wheat, peanuts, tree nuts, and seafood.

Did you know?

Patients who cannot swallow may receive nutrition via a parenteral route—usually, a catheter is inserted through the chest into a large vein going into the heart.

Sharing patient information with colleagues is an important nursing role Sharing patient information with colleagues is an important nursing role
The patient is undergoing an allergy skin test by receiving subdermal inoculations of allergens. Inf The patient is undergoing an allergy skin test by receiving subdermal inoculations of allergens. Inf
Urinary system Urinary system
Localization of neurotransmitter action Localization of neurotransmitter action
Position of patient following seizure Position of patient following seizure
Video: Fractures Animation

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library