Question 1

In caring for a patient who has an indwelling catheter attached to a drainage bag,the nurse should be sure that: (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  The tubing has dependent loops to gather urine 
B)  The tubing is coiled and secured to the bed 
C)  The tube is not kinked 
D)  The collection bag is higher than the bladder 
A)  The tubing has dependent loops to gather urine 
B)  The tubing is coiled and secured to the bed 
C)  The tube is not kinked 
D)  The collection bag is higher than the bladder B,C

Question 2

A ___________________ is a noninvasive alternative for management of male urinary incontinence.Because it is noninvasive,the risk for UTI is decreased.The device fits over the penis and connects to a small collection bag that attaches to the leg with a strap or to a standard urinary collection bag that hangs on the bed frame below the level of the bladder.

Accepted Answer

condom catheter
also referred to as an external catheter or penile sheath
A condom catheter,also referred to as an external catheter or penile sheath,is a noninvasive alternative for management of male urinary incontinence.Because it is noninvasive,the risk for UTI is decreased.The device is a soft,flexible,condom-like sheath that fits over the penis and connects to a small collection bag that attaches to the leg with a strap,or to a standard urinary collection bag that hangs on the bed frame below the level of the bladder.

Question 3

What minimum hourly output demonstrates kidney function for an adult patient?

Accepted Answer

A)  10 mL/hour 
B)  20 mL/hour 
C)  30 mL/hour 
D)  100 mL/hour 
A)  10 mL/hour 
B)  20 mL/hour 
C)  30 mL/hour 
D)  100 mL/hour C

Question 4

A noninvasive device that is used to provide accurate determination of a patient's bladder volume by first creating an ultrasound image of the patient's bladder and then calculating the urine volume in the bladder is known as a ______________.

Accepted Answer

bladder scanner
The bladder scanner is n

Question 5

The patient is a 12-year-old female who needs a Foley catheter inserted.The nurse realizes that the patient probably would need a catheter of which size?

Accepted Answer

A)  5 to 6 French (Fr) 
B)  8 to 10 Fr 
C)  12 Fr 
D)  14 to 16 F 
A)  5 to 6 French (Fr) 
B)  8 to 10 Fr 
C)  12 Fr 
D)  14 to 16 F

Question 6

An assessment is made that the patient is dehydrated.The nurse has found:

Accepted Answer

A)  Increased salivation 
B)  Diuresis 
C)  Periorbital edema 
D)  Decreased capillary filling 
A)  Increased salivation 
B)  Diuresis 
C)  Periorbital edema 
D)  Decreased capillary filling

Question 7

Which of the following actions indicates that the nurse has performed the irrigation of an indwelling urinary catheter appropriately?

Accepted Answer

A)  Applies sterile gloves 
B)  Instills 100 mL during an open irrigation 
C)  Leaves the drainage tubing unclamped during closed intermittent irrigation 
D)  Determines the amount of urinary drainage by subtracting the amount of irrigant from the total output 
A)  Applies sterile gloves 
B)  Instills 100 mL during an open irrigation 
C)  Leaves the drainage tubing unclamped during closed intermittent irrigation 
D)  Determines the amount of urinary drainage by subtracting the amount of irrigant from the total output

Question 8

The nurse has completed inserting a Foley catheter and secures the catheter to the patient's thigh,making sure that there is enough slack so movement will not create tension on the catheter.This is done for which of the following reasons? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  To minimize the risk for bleeding 
B)  To reduce the risk for bladder spasm 
C)  To reduce the risk for meatal necrosis 
D)  To reduce the risk for trauma 
E)   None of above 
A)  To minimize the risk for bleeding 
B)  To reduce the risk for bladder spasm 
C)  To reduce the risk for meatal necrosis 
D)  To reduce the risk for trauma 
E)   None of above

Question 9

Which of the following are phases of peritoneal dialysis (PD)? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  Inflow (fill) 
B)  Dwell (equilibration) 
C)  Drain 
D)  Hemodilution 
A)  Inflow (fill) 
B)  Dwell (equilibration) 
C)  Drain 
D)  Hemodilution

Question 10

The risk for catheter-associated urinary tract infection can be reduced by using indwelling urinary catheters coated with ________________.

Accepted Answer

silver
Research related to catheter comp

Question 11

The risk for catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI)increases by approximately _______________ per day that a catheter remains in place.

Accepted Answer

3% to 6%
The risk for catheter

Question 12

During which time of the peritoneal dialysis cycle do excess fluid and waste products cross over the peritoneal membrane?

Accepted Answer

A)  Inflow 
B)  Dwell 
C)  Drain 
D)  Hemodilution 
A)  Inflow 
B)  Dwell 
C)  Drain 
D)  Hemodilution

Question 13

__________________ involves the insertion of a urinary catheter directly into the bladder through the lower abdominal wall.Urine drains from the catheter into a urinary drainage bag.

Accepted Answer

Suprapubic catheterization
Suprapubic ca

Question 14

The nurse determines that the patient may have fluid overload as a result of assessing:

Accepted Answer

A)  Oliguria 
B)  Distended neck veins 
C)  Increased skin temperature 
D)  Increased urine specific gravity 
A)  Oliguria 
B)  Distended neck veins 
C)  Increased skin temperature 
D)  Increased urine specific gravity

Question 15

Selection of the proper catheter size is an important consideration since large catheters can lead to: (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  Urethral damage 
B)  Bladder spasms 
C)  Obstruction of urinary flow 
D)  Decreased risk of infection 
A)  Urethral damage 
B)  Bladder spasms 
C)  Obstruction of urinary flow 
D)  Decreased risk of infection

Question 16

Which of the following are indications for the need for an indwelling catheter? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  The presence of stage III pressure ulcers 
B)  The presence of stage IV pressure ulcers 
C)  The need for accurate measurement of urinary output 
D)  Controlling urinary elimination 
A)  The presence of stage III pressure ulcers 
B)  The presence of stage IV pressure ulcers 
C)  The need for accurate measurement of urinary output 
D)  Controlling urinary elimination

Question 17

To identify patients at risk for an allergic reaction to povidone-iodine,the nurse should inquire into reactions to which of the following foods?

Accepted Answer

A)  Eggs 
B)  Chicken 
C)  Red meat 
D)  Shellfish 
A)  Eggs 
B)  Chicken 
C)  Red meat 
D)  Shellfish

Question 18

Which of the following techniques can be used to determine postvoid residual (PVR)? (Select all that apply.)

Accepted Answer

A)  Bladder scanner 
B)  Indwelling catheterization 
C)  Straight/intermittent catheterization 
D)  Foley catheterization 
A)  Bladder scanner 
B)  Indwelling catheterization 
C)  Straight/intermittent catheterization 
D)  Foley catheterization

Question 19

A single-lumen catheter that is inserted into the bladder through the urethra only to empty the bladder and then is removed is known as a _______________ catheter.

Accepted Answer

straight or intermittent
A straight or i

Question 20

Nonmedical use of indwelling catheters in the elderly may result in longer hospital stays and greater risk for death resulting from development of UTI and entrance of bacteria into the bloodstream known as ______________.

Accepted Answer

bacteremia or urosepsis
Nonmedical use o

Exam 33: Urinary Elimination

In caring for a patient who has an indwelling catheter attached to a drainage bag,the nurse should be sure that: (Select all that apply.)

What minimum hourly output demonstrates kidney function for an adult patient?

A noninvasive device that is used to provide accurate determination of a patient's bladder volume by first creating an ultrasound image of the patient's bladder and then calculating the urine volume in the bladder is known as a ______________.

The patient is a 12-year-old female who needs a Foley catheter inserted.The nurse realizes that the patient probably would need a catheter of which size?

An assessment is made that the patient is dehydrated.The nurse has found:

Which of the following actions indicates that the nurse has performed the irrigation of an indwelling urinary catheter appropriately?

The nurse has completed inserting a Foley catheter and secures the catheter to the patient's thigh,making sure that there is enough slack so movement will not create tension on the catheter.This is done for which of the following reasons? (Select all that apply.)

Which of the following are phases of peritoneal dialysis (PD)? (Select all that apply.)

The risk for catheter-associated urinary tract infection can be reduced by using indwelling urinary catheters coated with ________________.

The risk for catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI)increases by approximately _______________ per day that a catheter remains in place.

During which time of the peritoneal dialysis cycle do excess fluid and waste products cross over the peritoneal membrane?

__________________ involves the insertion of a urinary catheter directly into the bladder through the lower abdominal wall.Urine drains from the catheter into a urinary drainage bag.

The nurse determines that the patient may have fluid overload as a result of assessing:

Selection of the proper catheter size is an important consideration since large catheters can lead to: (Select all that apply.)

Which of the following are indications for the need for an indwelling catheter? (Select all that apply.)

To identify patients at risk for an allergic reaction to povidone-iodine,the nurse should inquire into reactions to which of the following foods?

Which of the following techniques can be used to determine postvoid residual (PVR)? (Select all that apply.)

A single-lumen catheter that is inserted into the bladder through the urethra only to empty the bladder and then is removed is known as a _______________ catheter.

Nonmedical use of indwelling catheters in the elderly may result in longer hospital stays and greater risk for death resulting from development of UTI and entrance of bacteria into the bloodstream known as ______________.

Using Evidence in Nursing Practice

Admitting, transfer, and Discharge

Communication

Reporting and Recording

Vital Signs

Health Assessment

Medical Asepsis

Sterile Technique

Safe Patient Handling, transfer, and Positioning

Exercise and Ambulation

Orthopedic Measures

Support Surfaces and Special Beds

Safety

Disaster Preparedness

Pain Assessment and Basic Comfort Measures

Palliative Care

Personal Hygiene and Bedmaking

Pressure Ulcer Care

Care of Eye and Ear Prostheses

Safe Medication Preparation

Oral and Topical Medications

Parenteral Medications

Oxygen Therapy

Performing Chest Physiotherapy

Airway Management

Closed Chest Drainage

Emergency Measures for Life Support

Intravenous and Vascular Access Therapy

Blood Transfusions

Oral Nutrition

Enteral Nutrition

Parenteral Nutrition

Bowel Elimination

Ostomy Care

Preoperativepostoperative Care

Intraoperative Care

Wound Care and Irrigations

Dressings,bandages,and Binders

Warm and Cold Therapy

Home Care Safety

Home Care Teaching

Specimen Collection

Diagnostic Procedures

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