Mosby skill Applying condom Catheter – Flashcards

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Verify that the patient does not have a_____ _____ before applying a catheter made of latex.
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latex allergy
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Do not shave the pubic area, because doing so may increase the risk of _____ irritation.
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skin
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Keep the urinary drainage bag below the level of the patient's_____. Empty the drainage bag when it is halfway full, to avoid unnecessary tension on the catheter
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bladder
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Immediately report any redness, swelling, skin irritation, or breakdown of the tissue of the glans penis or penile shaft.
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________________
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When applying condom catheter what position should the patient be in?
When applying condom catheter what position should the patient be in?
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Supine position
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Asses the condom cath and patient how long after application of the catheter?
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15 minutes.
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When preparing to apply a condom catheter, the nurse would do what first? A.Close the door and draw the bedside curtain B. Obtain the patient's written informed consent C. Clamp the drainage tubing D. Offer the patient a urinal
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A.Close the door and draw the bedside curtain ensure privacy for the pt.
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Which instruction might the nurse give to nursing assistive personnel (NAP) about applying a condom catheter on a patient? A. "Check for breaks in the skin before applying the catheter." B."Determine whether the patient is still having problems with incontinence before you put the catheter on him." C. "Read the manufacturer's instructions for applying the adhesive to secure the condom." D."Be sure to get a snug fit between the tip of the penis and the end of the condom catheter."
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C. "Read the manufacturer's instructions for applying the adhesive to secure the condom." This is the best statement, since it provides NAP with direction that pertains to applying the condom catheter.
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Why would the nurse ensure that a patient's condom catheter is not twisted? A.To prevent the catheter from coming off B. To make sure the catheter is the correct size C. To ensure an adequate hourly urine output from the kidneys D.To prevent an allergic response
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A. To prevent the catheter from coming off A twisted condom obstructs urine flow, causing urine pooling, skin irritation, and weakening and deterioration of the adhesive. These factors can cause the catheter to come off.
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5. What would the nurse do for a patient who is complaining of penile pain 15 minutes after having a condom catheter applied? A. Offer an anti-inflammatory medication. B. Drop the level of the urine drainage bag. C. Remove the catheter. D. Ensure that the catheter is not twisted.
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Remove the catheter. If a patient complains of pain 15 minutes after a condom catheter is applied, the nurse should remove the catheter and assess the patient to determine the cause of the pain.
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