Evolve - Urination, Module 16 Urinary, N220: Oxygenation video quizzes, Hallmark final exam BSN-205 Questions With Complete Solutions

A nurse is explaining the procedure for inserting an indwelling urinary catheter. Which of the following explanations regarding anchoring of the catheter, would be most accurate? A. An indwelling catheter tube is secured to a female patient's abdomen to prevent accidental dislodgment. B. An indwelling catheter tube is secured to the male's inner thigh with a strip of nonallergenic tape or a commercial tube holder. C. It is important to anchor the catheter tubing to minimize the risk for urethral trauma, bladder spasms from traction, and to prevent accidental dislodgment. D. When securing the catheter tubing, slack in the catheter should be avoided to prevent movement and possible tissue injury. correct answer: It is important to anchor the catheter tubing to minimize the risk for urethral trauma, bladder spasms from traction, and to prevent accidental dislodgment. A nurse inserting an indwelling Foley catheter in a female patient advances the catheter and obtains clear yellow urine. What is the next action the nurse should take? A. Inflate the balloon with the prefilled syringe of sterile water in the balloon port. B. Pull gently back on the catheter approximately 1 inch or until resistance is met.