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Gianni Magana
on Oct 29, 2024

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The nurse needs to insert an indwelling urinary catheter into a client who is confused and combative.Which action should the nurse take first?

A) Ask a colleague for help,because the nurse cannot safely perform the procedure alone.
B) Gather the equipment and prepare it before informing the client about the procedure.
C) Obtain an order to restrain the client before inserting the urinary catheter.
D) Inform the provider that the nurse cannot perform the procedure because the client is confused.

Indwelling Urinary Catheter

A tube inserted into the bladder through the urethra to drain urine for individuals who cannot do so naturally.

Confused

Lacking clarity or understanding; disoriented in thoughts or awareness.

Combative

Showing an eagerness to fight or be aggressive.

  • Understand the procedures for safely performing potentially challenging interventions on clients.
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