PCT Urinary Catheter Care

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of an indwelling urinary (Foley) catheter?

Accepted Answer

To continuously drain urine from the bladder

Answer

An indwelling Foley catheter is inserted into the bladder to continuously drain urine, used for patients who cannot void on their own.

Question 2

Where should the urinary drainage bag always be positioned relative to the patient's bladder?

Accepted Answer

Below the level of the bladder

Answer

The drainage bag must be kept below bladder level to allow gravity to drain urine and prevent backflow that could cause infection.

Question 3

How often should routine perineal catheter care typically be performed?

Accepted Answer

At least once per shift or as needed

Answer

Catheter care should be performed at least once per shift and whenever soiled to reduce the risk of catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI).

Question 4

What is the typical balloon inflation volume for a standard adult Foley catheter?

Accepted Answer

5–10 mL of sterile water

Answer

Most adult Foley catheters use 5–10 mL of sterile water to inflate the retention balloon, which anchors the catheter inside the bladder.

Question 5

When inserting a urinary catheter, which principle is most important to maintain throughout the procedure?

Accepted Answer

Maintain a sterile field throughout the entire procedure

Answer

Strict sterile technique must be maintained throughout catheterization to prevent introducing bacteria into the bladder and causing infection.

Patient Care Technician Test Practice Test

Patient Care Technician Test Practice Test

PCT Urinary Catheter Care