A patient cannot use the urethra because of a urethral injury and needs continuous urinary drainage. Which device may be prescribed?
Correct answer: A. Suprapubic catheter inserted through the lower abdomen
- A. Suprapubic catheter inserted through the lower abdomen
- B. Condom catheter placed over the penis
- C. Intermittent straight catheter inserted every four hours
- D. Incontinence pad applied beneath the patient
Explanation
A suprapubic catheter drains urine through an opening created above the pubic area and may be used when urethral drainage is unsuitable. A condom catheter collects urine externally but does not provide drainage when the urethra is injured.
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Elimination care covers normal bowel and urinary patterns, constipation, diarrhoea, incontinence, retention, enemas, ostomies and specimen collection. Catheterisation includes indications, catheter types, insertion principles, drainage-bag care and prevention of urinary infection, with attention to the difference between urinary retention and incontinence.
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