Asked by Dynora Mariano-Alvarado _ Student - VernonMaloneHS on Jun 28, 2024

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Mr.Singh has a three-way foley catheter in place.He has been receiving intermittent bladder irrigations.When assessing Mr.Singh,the nurse notes that he has no urine output in his catheter bag.What should her first action be?

A) Call the physician
B) Check the tubing for kinks
C) Run irrigating fluid into the bladder
D) Remove catheter and reinsert

Foley Catheter

A flexible tube inserted into the bladder to provide continuous urinary drainage and collect urine for medical analysis.

Bladder Irrigations

A medical procedure involving the flushing of the bladder with a solution to clean out the organ or administer medication.

Urine Output

The amount of urine produced and excreted by the kidneys, which is an important indicator of kidney function and hydration status.

  • Acquire knowledge on the basics and approaches of urinary catheterization, highlighting its uses, associated dangers, and management.
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Zybrea KnightJul 02, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The nurse should first check the tubing for kinks or other obstructions to ensure that the urine can flow freely. If the tubing is not obstructed, then the nurse should notify the physician. Running irrigating fluid into the bladder or removing and reinserting the catheter should not be done without orders from the physician.