HCA 1006 Module 4

Incontinence is a common reason for seeking long-term care for a family member.

• True

• False

Which of the following correctly describes catheter care?

• Wash the perineal area and avoid touching the catheter

• Clean the meatus and the catheter with an alcohol swab

• Clean the catheter from the meatus and down the catheter about 10 cm (4 in.) with soap and water

• Clean the catheter with soap and water, starting about 10 cm (4 in.) below the meatus and washing toward the perineal area

If a urinary drainage bag is lower than the bladder, urine can flow back into the client’s bladder and an infection can develop.

• True

• False

The urinary drainage bag should be:

• Secured to a bed rail

• Positioned below the level of the bladder at all times

• Placed carefully to drain on the floor

• Disinfected daily using bleach

Adhesive tape should never be used to secure a condom catheter because this type of tape does not stretch and may cause restricted blood flow to the penis.

• True

• False

Why would someone have a catheter? Select all that apply.

• Due to incontinence

• Surgery

• Due to cardiac output

• Urinary Retention

Mr. Bob's urethra was crushed and severely damaged in a horseback riding accident and as a result he has to have a...

• Foley catheter

• Suprapubic catheter

• Rectal tube

• In and Out catheter

There is less chance of infection for the client with a...

• Indwelling catheter

• Suprapubic catheter

• Straight catheter

• Condom catheter

This catheter can be removed by the health care aide.

• Indwelling catheter

• Suprapubic catheter

• Straight catheter

• Condom catheter

Mr. Doe has an indwelling catheter. What do you need to remember when providing catheter care for Mr. Doe?

• Disconnect the tubing at the connection joint and flush it with warm water at the end of each shift.

• Keep the drainage bag below the level of the bladder.

• Ensure that the tubing is kept under Mr. Copper's thigh when he is lying in bed.

• Ensure that the urinary drainage bag is empty at all times.