When transporting a patient with an indwelling catheter and bag, which of these actions is appropriate?

A) Have the caregiver remove it to decrease the risk of infection
B) Ensure that it remains on the lap of the patient at all times
C) Position the bag below the level of the patient's bladder
D) Deflate the balloon to decrease the risk of accidental removal


C) Position the bag below the level of the patient's bladder

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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patient's height and weight patient's diagnosis patient's blood pressure patient's current list of cardiac medications

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