Questions and Answers
Match the following with their correct action:
Frequently rinsing the mouth with nondrying solutions = Relieves dryness and promotes comfort Lubricating the lips = Relieves dryness and promotes comfort Removing encrustations = Promotes comfort Checking for loose connections in the drainage system = Prevents leakage and contamination
Match the following with their correct purpose:
Insertion of an indwelling urinary catheter = Permits assessment of renal function and fluid status Hourly monitoring of urine output = Detects onset of diabetes insipidus Observing character of CSF drainage = Detects signs of meningitis Monitoring vital signs, including blood pressure = Assess fluid volume status
Match the following with their correct infection prevention measure:
Using aseptic technique when managing the system = Prevents infection Changing the ventricular drainage bag = Maintains sterility Strict adherence to written protocols = Essential for infection prevention Checking for increasing cloudiness in CSF drainage = Detects contamination
