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BSN 206 HALLMARK EXAM NEWEST 2026
ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
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Which of the following actions associated with urinary
catheterization could cause a potential problem?
A. Attaching the bedside drainage bag to the bed frame
B. Keeping the foreskin retracted after catheterization
C. Failing to test the balloon by injecting fluid from prefilled
sterile water syringe into the balloon port before insertion
D. Cleansing the far labial fold, the near labial fold, and
directly over the center of urethral meatus using a new
swab with each area - answer>>B. Keeping the foreskin
retracted after catheterization.
The nurse has inserted a catheter 7.5 cm (3 inches) in a
female patient and obtains no urine return even though her
bladder is distended. What action should the nurse take at
this time?
A. Remove the catheter and have another nurse attempt to
catheterize the patient
B. Leave the catheter in the vagina as a landmark and insert
another sterile catheter
C. Remove the catheter and reinsert into the urethra. The
nurse may straighten the urethra by inserting one finger of
a sterile-gloved hand inside the vagina and applying gentle
pressure upward. - answer>>B. Leave the catheter in the
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vagina as a landmark and insert another sterile catheter
A 40-year-old male patient has been admitted for
abdominal surgery. He has no history of prostate
problems. The health care provider has ordered that the
patient be catheterized. Which of the following would be
an appropriate-size catheter for this patient?
A. 8 French, 3-mL balloon
B. 12 French, 5-mL balloon
C. 16 French, 5-mL balloon
D. 16 French, 30-mL balloon - answer>>C. 16 French, 5-mL
balloon
The nurse has a sterile urinary catheter and sterile gloves.
Choose the remaining equipment the nurse will need to
insert a straight urethral catheter: (Select all that apply.)
A. Sterile cotton balls
B. Antiseptic solutions
C. Sterile urinary collection bag
D. Water-soluble lubricant
E. Sterile forceps - answer>>A. Sterile cotton balls
B. Antiseptic solutions
D. Water-soluble lubricant
E. Sterile forceps
As part of catheter insertion assessment, where should the
nurse palpate?
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A. At the costovertebral angle
B. Above the symphysis pubis
C. Starting at the right iliac crest and moving upward along the
midclavicular line
D. Midway between the xyphoid process and symphysis
pubis - answer>>B. Above the symphysis pubis
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The nurse is inserting an indwelling Foley catheter in a
male patient. The nurse asks the patient to bear down as if
to void and slowly inserts the catheter through the urethral
meatus. The nurse advances the catheter and meets
resistance. What is the nurse's best initial action at this
time?
A. Ask the patient to take slow deep breaths while inserting
the catheter slowly
B. Withdraw the catheter and notify the health care provider
C. Apply more force to insert the catheter inward
D. Remove the catheter, apply more lubricant, and reinsert
- answer>>A. Ask the patient to take slow deep breaths
while inserting the catheter slowly
The nurse is catheterizing a female patient and obtains a
clear amber urine return. As the nurse begins to inflate the
balloon, the patient complains of pain and resistance is felt.
What is the nurse's best action?
A. Allow fluid to flow back into syringe and advance the
catheter a little more before attempting to reinflate
B. Have the patient take slow deep breaths, inhaling
through the nose and exhaling through the mouth
C. Lift penis to position perpendicular to patient's body, and
apply light traction - answer>>A. Allow fluid to flow back
into syringe and advance the catheter a little more before
attempting to reinflate.
The nurse is reviewing urinary catheter care with a newly
hired nursing assistive personnel (NAP). Which statement
made by the NAP indicates further instruction is needed?
BSN 206 HALLMARK EXAM NEWEST 2026
ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
ALL ANSWERED/ ALREADY GRADED A+ |
BRAND NEW! | 100% GUARANTEED PASS
Which of the following actions associated with urinary
catheterization could cause a potential problem?
A. Attaching the bedside drainage bag to the bed frame
B. Keeping the foreskin retracted after catheterization
C. Failing to test the balloon by injecting fluid from prefilled
sterile water syringe into the balloon port before insertion
D. Cleansing the far labial fold, the near labial fold, and
directly over the center of urethral meatus using a new
swab with each area - answer>>B. Keeping the foreskin
retracted after catheterization.
The nurse has inserted a catheter 7.5 cm (3 inches) in a
female patient and obtains no urine return even though her
bladder is distended. What action should the nurse take at
this time?
A. Remove the catheter and have another nurse attempt to
catheterize the patient
B. Leave the catheter in the vagina as a landmark and insert
another sterile catheter
C. Remove the catheter and reinsert into the urethra. The
nurse may straighten the urethra by inserting one finger of
a sterile-gloved hand inside the vagina and applying gentle
pressure upward. - answer>>B. Leave the catheter in the
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vagina as a landmark and insert another sterile catheter
A 40-year-old male patient has been admitted for
abdominal surgery. He has no history of prostate
problems. The health care provider has ordered that the
patient be catheterized. Which of the following would be
an appropriate-size catheter for this patient?
A. 8 French, 3-mL balloon
B. 12 French, 5-mL balloon
C. 16 French, 5-mL balloon
D. 16 French, 30-mL balloon - answer>>C. 16 French, 5-mL
balloon
The nurse has a sterile urinary catheter and sterile gloves.
Choose the remaining equipment the nurse will need to
insert a straight urethral catheter: (Select all that apply.)
A. Sterile cotton balls
B. Antiseptic solutions
C. Sterile urinary collection bag
D. Water-soluble lubricant
E. Sterile forceps - answer>>A. Sterile cotton balls
B. Antiseptic solutions
D. Water-soluble lubricant
E. Sterile forceps
As part of catheter insertion assessment, where should the
nurse palpate?
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A. At the costovertebral angle
B. Above the symphysis pubis
C. Starting at the right iliac crest and moving upward along the
midclavicular line
D. Midway between the xyphoid process and symphysis
pubis - answer>>B. Above the symphysis pubis
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The nurse is inserting an indwelling Foley catheter in a
male patient. The nurse asks the patient to bear down as if
to void and slowly inserts the catheter through the urethral
meatus. The nurse advances the catheter and meets
resistance. What is the nurse's best initial action at this
time?
A. Ask the patient to take slow deep breaths while inserting
the catheter slowly
B. Withdraw the catheter and notify the health care provider
C. Apply more force to insert the catheter inward
D. Remove the catheter, apply more lubricant, and reinsert
- answer>>A. Ask the patient to take slow deep breaths
while inserting the catheter slowly
The nurse is catheterizing a female patient and obtains a
clear amber urine return. As the nurse begins to inflate the
balloon, the patient complains of pain and resistance is felt.
What is the nurse's best action?
A. Allow fluid to flow back into syringe and advance the
catheter a little more before attempting to reinflate
B. Have the patient take slow deep breaths, inhaling
through the nose and exhaling through the mouth
C. Lift penis to position perpendicular to patient's body, and
apply light traction - answer>>A. Allow fluid to flow back
into syringe and advance the catheter a little more before
attempting to reinflate.
The nurse is reviewing urinary catheter care with a newly
hired nursing assistive personnel (NAP). Which statement
made by the NAP indicates further instruction is needed?
