A Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Has a Spinal

question 6

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a client who has a spinal cord injury at level T₃.Which intervention should the nurse implement to assist with bladder dysfunction?

• A) Insert an indwelling urinary catheter.
• B) Stroke the medial aspect of the thigh.
• C) Use the Credé maneuver every 3 hours.
• D) Apply a Texas catheter with a leg bag.

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