Asked by Rheagan Whitefield on May 22, 2024
Verified
The nurse will anticipate inserting a Coudé catheter for which patient?
A) An 8-year-old male undergoing anesthesia for a tonsillectomy
B) A 24-year-old female who is going into labor
C) A 56-year-old male admitted for bladder irrigation
D) An 86-year-old female admitted for a urinary tract infection
Coudé Catheter
A type of urinary catheter with a curved tip, designed to navigate past obstacles like enlarged prostates in the urethra, easing the process of catheterization.
Bladder Irrigation
A medical procedure that involves washing out the bladder with a solution to clean or medicate.
- Comprehend the reasoning for particular nursing practices for patients experiencing surgery or with certain health issues impacting urination.
Verified Answer
FA
farhan ahmedMay 28, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
A Coudé catheter has a curved tip that is used for patients with enlarged prostates. This would be indicated for a middle-aged male who needs bladder irrigation. Coudé catheters are not indicated for children or women.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the reasoning for particular nursing practices for patients experiencing surgery or with certain health issues impacting urination.