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uuc ulavie t8 tell when needs to urinate and unable to control urination. 14. Wh

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Question

uuc ulavie t8 tell when needs to urinate and unable to control urination. 14. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent development of a urinary tract infection in a patient who has a urinary catheter inserted? 1. Limit fluid intake to 2000 mL per 24 hours to decrease the flow of urine, which can result in increased contamination. 2. Wash the perineum with an antibacterial soap three times per 24 hours. 3. Keep catheter securely taped to the patient, prevent- ing back-and-forth motion of the catheter 4. Empty the urinary catheter bag only when needed to prevent contamination of the exit spout. 15. Which of the following actions should the nurse take for a patient who has total urinary incontinence? 1. Give patient cranberry juice to keep the urine acidic. 2. Ensure that patient has ready access to the urinal. 3. Teach patient how to do Kegel exercises to increase perineal tone. 4. Apply an adult incontinence brief to catch urine and change when necessary

Explanation / Answer

Ans-keep catheter securely tapped to the patient, preventing back and forth motion of the catheter.Empty drainage bag at least every 8 hours, encourage fluid intake (if not contraindicated); cranberry juice helps 2000 to 2500 ml/day.

Ans- teach patient how to do kegel exercises to increase perineal tone.

Bladder control and pelvic floor, or Kegel, exercises can help prevent or reduce the urinary incontinence.