MC Doris Smith had a vaginal hysterectomy 3 days ago. She is now on a clamping protocol for the suprapubic catheter. Select the true statement
A. The catheter is clamped until Doris voids spontaneously.
B. The catheter is unclamped every 3—4 hours for drainage purposes.
C. The catheter is opened for 5 minutes after the client voids.
D. Residual urine is measured after the first voiding and then on a daily basis.
E. The catheter is clamped for the night in preparation for removal.
B
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