Catheter Disposal Procedure

Flush the catheter down the toilet

Cut the catheter into small pieces and dispose of them in a sharps container

Place the catheter in a biohazard bag

Roll the catheter up into one gloved hand and pull the glove off over the catheter (correct)

To prevent the catheter from touching the outer glove

To prevent the catheter from coming into contact with the skin

To create a secure enclosure for the catheter (correct)

To allow for easier handling of the catheter

To prevent the catheter from tangling

To prevent the catheter from coming into contact with the surrounding environment (correct)

To keep the catheter sterile

To make the catheter easier to handle

<p>Pulling the glove off over the glove with the catheter</p> Signup and view all the answers

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