If Your Patient Has an In-Dwelling Catheter Can He or She

question 17

Multiple Choice

If your patient has an in-dwelling catheter can he or she participate in pool therapy?

• A) No, in-dwelling catheters are a contraindication for pool therapy.
• B) Yes, however, all catheters must be removed prior to entering the pool.
• C) No, patients with open wounds cannot enter a therapeutic pool.
• D) Yes, however, all catheters must be clamped and fixed prior to entering the pool.

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