Which of the following are recommended guidelines for daily care of an indwelling Foley catheter? Select all that apply
A) Perform care of the indwelling Foley catheter before perineal care.
B) Use an antiseptic cleaning agent or plain soap and water on a clean washcloth.
C) Put on sterile gloves before cleaning the catheter.
D) Clean 6 to 8 inches of the catheter, moving from the meatus downward.
E) Slightly pull on the catheter during the cleaning motion to dislodge crusts.
F) Inspect the meatus for drainage and note the characteristics of the urine.
B, D, F
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1. Semi-private room 2. Private room with negative pressure 3. Private room 4. Semi-private room with protective isolation
The nurse is caring for a patient who will be discharged from acute care to home. How can the nurse best advocate for this client?
1. Arranging for Meals on Wheels to provide in-home meals 2. Administering pain medication prior to discharge 3. Teaching a client how to take medications at home 4. Taking the client by wheelchair to the car
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false