The patient has contracted a urinary tract infection while in the hospital. Which of these actions would most likely increase the risk of a patient contracting a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
a. Emptying the urinary drainage bag once a shift
b. Reusing the patient's graduated receptacle to empty the drainage bag
c. Allowing the drainage bag port to touch the graduated receptacle
d. Providing perineal hygiene at least once a shift
C
Allowing the urinary drainage bag port to touch contaminated items may introduce bacteria into the system and contribute to a urinary tract infection. The urinary drainage bag should be emptied at least once every 8 hours. Each patient should have his own receptacle for measurement to prevent cross-contamination. Perineal hygiene should be provided every 8 hours and after bowel movements to assist in preventing a UTI.
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