A nurse is preparing to insert a urinary catheter. Which action best reduces the risk of catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI)?
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A
Use a closed drainage system and maintain it below bladder level
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B
Irrigate the catheter daily with sterile saline
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C
Change the catheter every 48 hours regardless of signs of infection
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D
Disconnect the drainage bag to empty it more efficiently