Asked by Nhàn ?oàn on Jun 28, 2024

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The nurse has inserted an indwelling catheter and secured the catheter to the patient's thigh,making sure that there is enough slack that movement will not create tension on the catheter.The nurse understands that the chief purpose of properly securing Foley catheters is to obtain which outcome? (Select all that apply. )

A) Minimized risk for bleeding
B) Reduced risk for bladder spasm
C) Reduced risk for meatal necrosis
D) Reduced risk for trauma
E) Increased bladder relaxation

Indwelling Catheter

A catheter that remains inside the body for a prolonged period to drain urine from the bladder, commonly known as a Foley catheter.

Meatal Necrosis

Tissue death around the urinary opening, often due to irritation or lack of blood flow.

Bladder Spasm

Sudden, involuntary contractions of the bladder muscles, causing an urgent need to urinate or potentially leading to urinary incontinence.

  • Utilize optimal methods for the maintenance and administration of urinary catheters.
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Gavin DonaldsonJul 03, 2024
Final Answer :
A,B,C,D
Explanation :
Securing the catheter will minimize accidental dislodgment.It also will minimize risks for bleeding,trauma,meatal necrosis,and bladder spasms from pressure and traction.