A Nurse Is Providing Care to a Patient with an Indwelling

A nurse is providing care to a patient with an indwelling catheter. Which practice indicates the nurse is following guidelines for avoiding catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI) ?

A) Drapes the urinary drainage tubing with no dependent loops
B) Washes the drainage tube toward the meatus with soap and water
C) Places the urinary drainage bag gently on the floor below the patient
D) Allows the spigot to touch the receptacle when emptying the drainage bag

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