Which of the following is NOT true of indwelling urinary catheters?
A)
Only insert these catheters if permitted by your state and facility.
B)
Risk of infection increases when an indwelling catheter is in place.
C)
If the catheter is inserted into the female vagina, remove it and reinsert into the urethra.
D)
Insertion of urinary catheters requires a physician's order.
Answer:
C
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