Asked by Arreon Mathews on May 26, 2024
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The student nurse asks the provider if she will prescribe an indwelling urinary catheter for a hospitalized patient who is incontinent.The provider explains that catheters should be utilized only when absolutely necessary because:
A) They are the leading cause of nosocomial infection
B) They are too expensive for routine use
C) They contain latex, increasing the risk for allergies
D) Insertion is painful for most patients
Nosocomial Infection
An infection acquired in a hospital or healthcare facility that was not present or incubating at the time of admission.
Indwelling Urinary Catheter
A tube inserted into the bladder to allow continuous urine drainage, used for patients who cannot void naturally.
- Recognize the elementary nursing tasks related to measuring and understanding the significance of urine output.
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Manpreet MiddaMay 28, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Indwelling urinary catheters should not be routinely used for hospitalized patients with incontinence because they are the leading cause of healthcare-acquired infection (nosocomial).The cost of an indwelling urinary catheter should not deter its use if necessary.Latex-free catheters are available for patients with or at risk for latex allergy.Insertion may be somewhat uncomfortable,but it should not be painful.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the elementary nursing tasks related to measuring and understanding the significance of urine output.
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