An important nursing consideration when performing a bladder catheterization on a young boy is to

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a. Use clean technique, not Standard Precautions.
b. Insert 2% lidocaine lubricant into the urethra.
c. Lubricate catheter with water-soluble lubricant such as K-Y Jelly.
d. Delay catheterization for 20 minutes while anesthetic lubricant is absorbed.

Answer 1

B
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A Catheterization is a sterile procedure, and Standard Precautions for
body-substance protection should be followed.
B The anxiety, fear, and discomfort experienced during catheterization can be
significantly decreased by preparation of the child and parents, by selection of
the correct catheter, and by appropriate technique of insertion. Generous
lubrication of the urethra before catheterization and use of lubricant containing
2% lidocaine may reduce or eliminate the burning and discomfort associated
with this procedure.
C Water-soluble lubricants do not provide appropriate local anesthesia.
D Catheterization should be delayed only 2 to 3 minutes. This provides sufficient
local anesthesia for the procedure.