A confused client with pneumonia is admitted with an indwelling catheter in place. During interdisciplinary rounds the following day, which question should the nurse ask the primary health care provider?
a. "Do you want daily weights on this client?"
b. "Will the client be able to return home?"
c. "Can we discontinue the indwelling catheter?"
d. "Should we get another chest x-ray today?"
ANS: C
An indwelling catheter dramatically increases the risks of urinary tract infection and urosepsis. Nursing staff should ensure that catheters are left in place only as long as they are medically needed. The nurse should inquire about removing the catheter. All other questions might be appropriate, but because of client safety, this question takes priority.
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