The patient has contracted a urinary tract infection (UTI) while in the hospital. Which action will most likely increase the risk of a patient contracting a UTI?
a. Reusing the patient's graduated receptacle to empty the drainage bag.
b. Allowing the drainage bag port to touch the graduated receptacle.
c. Emptying the urinary drainage bag at least once a shift.
d. Irrigating the catheter infrequently.
ANS: B
Allowing the urinary drainage bag port to touch contaminated items (graduated receptacle) may introduce bacteria into the urinary system and contribute to a urinary tract infection. The urinary drainage bag should be emptied at least once a shift. Patients should have their own receptacle for measurement to prevent cross-contamination. Repeated catheter irrigations increase the chance so irrigating infrequently will be beneficial in reducing the risk.
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