Question

what is a best practice for the management of indwelling urinary catheters? (select all that apply.) click the correct answer and click submit. avoid touching the spigot to the collection container. maintain a sterile continuously closed drainage system. maintain unobstructed urine flow. secure the catheter to prevent movement after insertion. perform hand hygiene before and after any manipulation of the catheter device or site. irrigate the catheter regularly.

Explanation:

Avoiding contact of the spigot with the collection container prevents contamination. A sterile, continuously - closed drainage system reduces the risk of infection. Unobstructed urine flow is crucial for proper function. Securing the catheter prevents movement which can cause trauma and increase infection risk. Hand hygiene before and after manipulation reduces the risk of introducing pathogens. Irrigating the catheter regularly is not a universal best - practice as it can increase the risk of infection unless there is a specific indication.

Answer:

A. Avoid touching the spigot to the collection container.
B. Maintain a sterile continuously closed drainage system.
C. Maintain unobstructed urine flow.
D. Secure the catheter to prevent movement after insertion.
E. Perform hand hygiene before and after any manipulation of the catheter device or site.