After prostate surgery a patient is being discharged with an indwelling urinary catheter in place. What teaching should the nurse provide to this patient?
Select all that apply.
1. Use the larger urinary drainage bag at night.
2. Keep the larger urinary drainage bag at a level that permits gravity drainage.
3. Do not strap the leg bag too tightly.
4. Place a soft cloth between the leg bag and the skin.
5. Empty the leg bag at least twice a day.
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3, 4
Teaching for the patient who is going home with an indwelling urinary catheter should include using the larger urinary drainage bag at night and hanging it on the bed frame to permit gravity drainage; avoiding strapping the leg bag too tightly to prevent decreased venous return; placing a soft cloth between the leg bag and the skin to prevent skin irritation; and emptying the leg bag every three to four hours during waking hours to prevent overfilling.
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