Multiple Choice
While caring for a patient with an indwelling catheter,which intervention(s) is/are important for the nurse to include in the plan of care?
A) Observe tube placement and note the level of urine in the collection bag.
B) Keep the drainage bag even with the level of the bed.
C) Avoid ambulation until the catheter is discontinued.
D) Use a syringe to deflate the balloon before discontinuing the catheter.
E) Clean the meatus and catheter with soap and water.
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