When Attempting to Insert a Standard Catheter, a Nurse Is

question 31

Multiple Choice

When attempting to insert a standard catheter, a nurse is unable to separate a female patient's legs because of severe contractures. The nurse should

• A) Get another nurse to help spread the patient's legs.
• B) Have the patient stand on the floor with her legs spread.
• C) Try to insert the catheter while the patient is lying on her side.
• D) Notify the doctor immediately.

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