PCT Urinary Catheter Care 2

Question 1

What is the primary use of a straight (intermittent) catheter?

Accepted Answer

To drain the bladder once and then be removed immediately

Answer

A straight catheter is inserted to drain the bladder for a single procedure and then removed immediately once drainage is complete.

Question 2

Which information is most essential to document when caring for a catheterized patient?

Accepted Answer

Catheter insertion date, urine output amount, color, clarity, and patient complaints

Answer

Comprehensive documentation includes insertion date, output amount, urine characteristics, and patient concerns to ensure safe continuity of care.

Question 3

What color should urine be in a well-hydrated catheterized patient?

Accepted Answer

Pale yellow to straw-colored

Answer

Normal, well-hydrated urine should appear pale yellow to straw-colored; darker or abnormal colors may indicate dehydration, bleeding, or infection.

Question 4

How should catheter drainage tubing be positioned between the patient and the collection bag?

Accepted Answer

Free of kinks and dependent loops, hanging straight down

Answer

Tubing must hang without kinks or dependent loops that could trap urine and impede drainage, increasing infection risk.

Question 5

When performing perineal catheter care on a female patient, where should cleaning begin?

Accepted Answer

From the urethral meatus outward in a single downward stroke

Answer

Cleaning must start at the urethral meatus and move outward to prevent dragging bacteria from surrounding areas into the urethral opening.

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