Catheter Care and Maintenance

To maintain drainage of urine and prevent the backflow of urine into the patient's bladder.

The drainage bag should be emptied when it is one-half to two-thirds full or every 3 to 6 hours. This frequency helps maintain a closed system and prevents backflow of urine into the patient's bladder.

The sterile catheter kit is used to prevent infection during catheter insertion. The essential components include sterile gloves, sterile drapes, and a sterile catheter with a suitable size and balloon capacity.

<p>Securing the catheter properly prevents accidental dislodgement, ensures continuous drainage, and reduces the risk of infection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Urine samples should be obtained using aseptic technique via a closed system. This technique prevents contamination of the sample and reduces the risk of infection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To allow for leg movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To facilitate drainage of urine and prevent backflow of urine</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To access the sterile catheter system and prevent microorganisms from growing</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To promote warmth and comfort</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To ensure proper drainage of urine and prevent complications</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To promote patient safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Backflow of urine</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To reduce the risk of infection transmission and contamination of other items</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A urine output of at least 30 mL/hour</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prevent the spread of microorganisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prevent the spread of microorganisms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prevent exposure to blood and body fluids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To promote patient safety and comfort.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The patient voids using the bedpan.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The patient's tolerance of the activity, the amount of urine voided, and any other assessments such as unusual urine characteristics or alterations in the patient's skin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To determine the patient's ability to assist with the procedure and identify potential risks for skin breakdown or infection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To ensure that the patient's physical limitations do not contraindicate certain actions required during the procedure, and to plan accordingly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To conserve time and energy, and to avoid unnecessary stretching and twisting of muscles on the part of the nurse.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>That the patient is able to void with assistance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To reduce the risk of infection transmission and maintain a sterile environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Have the patient take a deep breath, rotate the catheter slightly, raise the head of the patient's bed, assess the patient's intake to ensure adequate fluid intake for urine production, and assess the catheter and drainage tubing for kinks and occlusion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>If the patient is unable to lift buttocks or maintain the required position for the procedure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Have the patient take several deep breaths, rotate the catheter half a turn and try to advance, and if still unable to advance, remove the catheter and notify the primary care provider.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>On the overbed table, moving the tray onto the bed just before cleansing the patient.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To ensure the patient's safety and prevent complications, such as bladder trauma or infection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To promote patient comfort and remove contaminated gel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To promote patient safety.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prevent the spread of microorganisms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The patient's urinary elimination is maintained, with a urine output of at least 30 mL/hour, and the patient's bladder is not distended.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prevent the spread of microorganisms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To promote patient comfort and safety.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide accurate documentation of reading.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To reduce the risk of infection transmission and contamination of other items.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To promote patient safety.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To promote patient comfort and remove contaminated gel.</p> Signup and view all the answers