What should the nurse instruct a client to promote urinary ...

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What should the nurse instruct a client to promote urinary elimination?
 
  1. Don't interrupt your day by going to the bathroom; wait until you're at a good stopping place.
  2. Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water daily.
  3. Urine color changes are not important.
  4. Wash with soap and water every other day.

Question 2

Which of the following returned demonstrations by the client demonstrates understanding of the correct technique when caring for an indwelling catheter?
 
  1. The client empties the drainage bag once a day.
  2. The client hangs the drainage bag on the towel rod.
  3. The client refuses drinks 1 to 2, 8 ounce glasses of fluid each day.
  4. The client takes a shower each day.

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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: The client should respond to the urge to void as soon as possible to avoid urinary retention.
Rationale 2: Drinking 8 to 10 glasses of water daily will encourage the need for bladder emptying, keeping the system flushed.
Rationale 3: The client should report any changes in urine color, which could be indicative of a problem.
Rationale 4: To maintain asepsis, the client should wash with soap and water every day, not every other day.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: The drainage bag should be emptied regularly, not just once a day but at least three times a day.
Rationale 2: Hanging the drainage bag on the towel rod is too high. The drainage bag should be hung below the bladder.
Rationale 3: Adequate amounts of fluids should be consumed to help prevent sediments and infections.
Rationale 4: The client should take a shower rather than a tub bath because sitting in a tub allows bacteria to easily access the urinary tract.