FINAL EXAM 2025 UPDATE/PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
VERIFIED ANSWERS (complete solutions) ASSURED SUCCESS/GRADED
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Indicators of a UTI - CORRECT ANSWER-Symptoms that suggest a urinary tract
infection, including fever, dysuria, and lower abdominal pain.
Dysuria - CORRECT ANSWER-Painful or difficult urination.
2.5 to 5 cm (1 to 2 inches) - CORRECT ANSWER-The distance a catheter may be
advanced after urine appears.
Antiseptic solution - CORRECT ANSWER-A solution used to reduce the risk of
infection by killing or inhibiting the growth of pathogens.
Sterile urinary collection bag - CORRECT ANSWER-A bag used to collect urine
from a catheter in a sterile manner.
Sterile urinary catheter - CORRECT ANSWER-A catheter that is free from
bacteria and is used for urinary insertion.
,Sterile gloves - CORRECT ANSWER-Gloves that are free from pathogens and are
used to maintain a sterile field.
Water-soluble lubricant - CORRECT ANSWER-A lubricant that can be used in
medical procedures to reduce friction.
Indwelling catheter - CORRECT ANSWER-A catheter that is inserted into the
bladder and remains there for a period of time.
Urethral spasms - CORRECT ANSWER-Involuntary contractions of the urethra
that can prevent urine from exiting the body.
Sterile forceps - CORRECT ANSWER-Forceps that are free from bacteria and
used in sterile procedures.
Fever - CORRECT ANSWER-An elevated body temperature often indicating
infection.
Urinary discharge - CORRECT ANSWER-The release of urine, which may be
abnormal in the case of a UTI.
Cloudiness of the urine - CORRECT ANSWER-A sign that may indicate infection
or other medical conditions.
,Lower abdominal pain - CORRECT ANSWER-Pain located in the lower abdomen,
which can be a symptom of a UTI.
Hypothermia - CORRECT ANSWER-Abnormally low body temperature, which
can be a sign of severe infection.
Prostate enlargement - CORRECT ANSWER-A condition in males that can
prevent urine from exiting the bladder.
Catheter placement - CORRECT ANSWER-The process of inserting a catheter
into the bladder.
Sterile technique - CORRECT ANSWER-A method used to prevent contamination
during medical procedures.
Urine return - CORRECT ANSWER-The expected outcome when a catheter is
correctly placed in the bladder.
Labia - CORRECT ANSWER-The external folds of skin surrounding the vaginal
opening.
Cotton balls - CORRECT ANSWER-Absorbent balls made of cotton, often used in
medical settings for cleaning.
, Syringe - CORRECT ANSWER-A medical instrument used to inject or withdraw
fluids.
Balloon port - CORRECT ANSWER-The part of an indwelling catheter used to
inflate or deflate the balloon.
Bladder scan - CORRECT ANSWER-A procedure to measure postvoid residual
(PVR) urine volume in a patient.
Postvoid residual (PVR) - CORRECT ANSWER-The amount of urine remaining in
the bladder after a patient has voided.
Indwelling urinary catheter - CORRECT ANSWER-A catheter that is inserted into
the bladder and remains there for a period of time to drain urine.
Continuous bladder irrigation - CORRECT ANSWER-A procedure that involves
the continuous infusion of a solution into the bladder to maintain patency and
prevent clot formation.
Ultrasound gel - CORRECT ANSWER-A conductive gel used to enhance the
transmission of ultrasound waves during a bladder scan.
Syringe aspiration - CORRECT ANSWER-The process of using a syringe to
withdraw fluid from a container, such as a balloon port.