A Resident Has a Catheter

question 36

Multiple Choice

A resident has a catheter.A bladder training program is part of the person's care plan.The training program involves

• A)Having the person urinate at scheduled times
• B)Giving the person 15 to 20 minutes to start voiding
• C)Clamping the catheter for a certain period of time,then unclamping it to let urine drain
• D)Removing the catheter every 3 to 4 hours

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