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What is the primary reason the nurse ensures that a patient's indwelling urinary catheter drainage tubing
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is free of kinks?
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A. Kinks in the tubing cause the patient unnecessary discomfort.
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B. Kinks allow the drainage bag to become overly full.
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C. Kinks are associated with the development of urinary tract infection (UTI).
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D. Kinks result in scant, dark amber-colored urine. - Correct Answers C. Kinks are associated with the
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development of urinary tract infection (UTI).
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II! The nurse has delegated measurement of a patient's vital signs and catheter care to nursing assistive
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II! personnel (NAP). Which observation should the NAP report to the nurse immediately?
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A. Rectal temperature of 99.6° F
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B. Pulse rate of 88 beats per minute
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C. Redness noted on the external urethral meatus
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D. 200 mL of pale yellow urine in the drainage bag - Correct Answers C. Redness noted on the external
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urethral meatus
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II! All of the following factors are known to increase the risk of urinary tract infection (UTI) except which
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A. History of fecal incontinence
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B. Use of an indwelling urinary catheter
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C. Drainage tubing is kinked
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,D. Use of plain soap instead of an antiseptic cleanser for perineal hygiene - Correct Answers D. Use of
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plain soap instead of an antiseptic cleanser for perineal hygiene
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II! While performing catheter care, the nurse moves her hand, allowing the patient's labia to close around
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A. The catheter may have traumatized the labia.
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B. The labia have contaminated the area.
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C. The patient's perineal area must be reassessed for infection.
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D. The nurse must ensure that the catheter is not pulling on the bladder. - Correct Answers B. The labia
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have contaminated the area.
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II! What is the most effective way to prevent infection when providing catheter care for a patient?
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A. Properly dispose of soiled linen.
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B. Perform hand hygiene before positioning the patient.
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C. Secure the catheter to the patient's leg or abdomen.
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D. Cleanse from the meatus outward. - Correct Answers D. Cleanse from the meatus outward.
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II! When preparing to apply a condom catheter/external catheter, the nurse would do what first?
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A. Close the door and draw the bedside curtain
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B. Obtain the patient's written informed consent
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C. Clamp the drainage tubing
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D. Offer the patient a urinal - Correct Answers A. Close the door and draw the bedside curtain
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II! Which instruction might the nurse give to nursing assistive personnel (NAP) about applying a condom
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A. "Check for breaks in the skin before applying the catheter."
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,B. "Determine whether the patient is still having problems with incontinence before you put the catheter
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on him."
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C. "Read the manufacturer's instructions for applying the adhesive to secure the condom."
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D. "Be sure to get a snug fit between the tip of the penis and the end of the condom catheter." - Correct
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Answers C. "Read the manufacturer's instructions for applying the adhesive to secure the condom."
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II! Which instruction would the nurse give to nursing assistive personnel (NAP) to ensure the patient's
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A. Wash the penis before applying the catheter.
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B. Clip the drainage bag to the bed.
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C. Wear gloves when applying the condom catheter.
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D. Use a hair guard before applying the condom catheter. - Correct Answers D. Use a hair guard before
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applying the condom catheter.
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II! Why would the nurse ensure that a patient's condom catheter is not twisted?
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A. To prevent the catheter from coming off
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B. To make sure the catheter is the correct size
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C. To ensure an adequate hourly urine output from the kidneys
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D. To prevent an allergic response - Correct Answers A. To prevent the catheter from coming off
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II! What would the nurse do for a patient who is complaining of penile pain 15 minutes after having a
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A. Offer an anti-inflammatory medication.
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B. Drop the level of the urine drainage bag.
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C. Remove the catheter.
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D. Ensure that the catheter is not twisted. - Correct Answers C. Remove the catheter.
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, II! The nurse is delegating to nursing assistive personnel (NAP) the perineal care of a female patient who is
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A. "I'll ask for assistance if I need help positioning her."
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B. "I'll see if she's up to the care right now."
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C. "I'll let you know if I notice any signs of redness or discharge."
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D. "I'll be sure to use hot, soapy water, since she has been incontinent." - Correct Answers D. "I'll be sure
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to use hot, soapy water, since she has been incontinent."
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II! The nurse is preparing to provide perineal care for a female patient who is on bed rest. Which patient
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A. Supine
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D. Dorsal recumbent - Correct Answers D. Dorsal recumbent
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II! As the nurse is preparing to provide perineal care to a female patient with limited mobility, the patient
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A. Provide all the necessary supplies and linen for this task.
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B. Assess the patient's ability to perform proper perineal care.
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C. Ensure that the patient has privacy while performing perineal care.
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D. Document any complaints of irritation or pain in the perineal area. - Correct Answers B. Assess the
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patient's ability to perform proper perineal care.
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II! How can the nurse promote infection control while providing perineal care for a female patient who has a
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A. By avoiding the application of tension on the catheter.
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B. By patting, not rubbing, the skin dry after thoroughly rinsing it.
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