What Would Be the Correct Explanation of Catheter Care

question 9

Multiple Choice

What would be the correct explanation of catheter care?

• A)Cleansing the first 2 in of the catheter with soap and water every shift
• B)Disinfecting the entire catheter with alcohol every shift
• C)Lubricating the catheter with antiseptic lotion every 24 hours
• D)Cleansing the meatal-catheter junction every 24 hours

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Definitions:

Teratogens

Agents or factors that can cause malformation or defects in an embryo or fetus during pregnancy.

Opiates

A class of drugs derived from opium, used to relieve pain but can also lead to dependency and addiction.

Pathogens

Microorganisms or agents, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites, that cause disease in their host.

Proximodistal

A pattern of growth and development where development starts at the center of the body and moves towards the extremities.