Asked by Braxton Coley on Jul 04, 2024
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The nurse is inserting an indwelling urinary catheter for a female patient.Upon insertion of the catheter the nurse accidently touches the patient's leg and bed sheet with the tip of the catheter.What is the most appropriate action by the nurse?
A) Cleanse the tip of the catheter with povidone iodine before proceeding with the insertion.
B) Cleanse the tip of the catheter with alcohol before proceeding with the insertion.
C) Obtain a new catheter and reinsert it using sterile technique.
D) Continue with the procedure as the nurse only lightly touched the surfaces.
Povidone Iodine
An antiseptic solution used for skin disinfection before and after surgery, and for the treatment of minor wounds.
Sterile Technique
A set of specific practices and procedures performed to avoid contamination by pathogens, ensuring the sterility of the surgical environment and instruments.
Indwelling Urinary Catheter
A tube inserted into the bladder through the urethra, allowing for continuous urine drainage to an external bag, used for patients who cannot void naturally.
- Apply the principles of sterile technique and infection control when handling urinary catheters.
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Learning Objectives
- Apply the principles of sterile technique and infection control when handling urinary catheters.
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