A triple-lumen indwelling urinary catheter is inserted for continuous bladder irrigation following a transurethral resection of the prostate. In addition to balloon inflation, the functions of the three lumens include:

A) Continuous inflow and outflow of irrigation solution
B) Intermittent inflow and continuous outflow of irrigation solution
C) Continuous inflow and intermittent outflow of irrigation solution
D) Intermittent flow of irrigation solution and prevention of hemorrhage


Ans: A
Feedback: When preparing for continuous bladder irrigation, a triple-lumen indwelling urinary catheter is inserted. The three lumens provide for balloon inflation and continuous inflow and outflow of irrigation solution.

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