The nurse is caring for an older adult male client who demonstrates frequent urinary incontinence. Which option could the nurse use to reduce the risk of skin damage secondary to urinary incontinence for this client?
1. Robinson catheter
2. Straight catheter
3. Condom catheter
4. Foley catheter
Correct Answer: 3
The condom catheter fits over the penis and reduces skin contact with urine by diverting the urine to a collection bag. It is not invasive, and can be applied as a nursing order. The Robinson catheter is a specific type of straight catheter that requires a health care provider's order. A Foley catheter is an indwelling catheter that requires a health care provider's order. Use of both the indwelling catheter and the straight catheter are invasive procedures.
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