The nurse is caring for an older patient who is prone to developing urinary tract infections (UTIs). Which method of bladder emptying should the nurse recommend for this patient?
1. intermittent catheterization
2. indwelling urinary catheterizations
3. Credé method
4. timed intervals for taking patient to bathroom to void
Correct Answer: 1
Intermittent catheterization carries a lower risk of infection than an indwelling catheter and is preferred for patients who are unable to empty the bladder by voiding. The Credé method is a technique used to assist patients with spinal cord injury to empty the bladder. Timed intervals for voiding would not be effective if the patient is unable to empty the bladder by voluntary voiding. The urine would remain in the bladder and be a site for infection to develop.
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