Question 1

What is the primary reason for inserting a suprapubic catheter?

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To relieve urinary retention

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To monitor urine output

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o prevent bladder infections

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To administer medication directly into the bladderD

Question 2

Suprapubic catheters are typically placed when:

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A urethral catheter cannot be inserted.

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There is a need for constant bladder irrigation.

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A patient prefers it over other urinary devices.

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There is a need for frequent urine sampling.

Question 3

How does a suprapubic catheter differ from a urethral catheter?

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It is inserted through the abdomen into the bladder.

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It requires less frequent drainage

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It is used only for male patients

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It is shorter in length

Question 4

Why is it important to monitor the urine in the drainage bag of a suprapubic catheter?

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All of the above

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To check for signs of infection

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To ensure the catheter remains patent

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To calculate urine output accurately

Question 5

When should changes in the amount and character of urine from a suprapubic catheter be reported?

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Immediately

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During the next scheduled physician visit

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Only if it is noticeably different from the previous day

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Every 24 hours

Question 6

What is the purpose of cleaning the insertion site of a suprapubic catheter?

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To reduce the risk of infection

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To prevent urine leakage

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To prevent irritation

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To keep the dressing intact

Question 7

Which type of gloves are typically used when cleaning the insertion site of a newly established suprapubic catheter?

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Sterile gloves

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Vinyl gloves

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Latex gloves

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Clean gloves

Question 8

Why should the drainage bag of a suprapubic catheter always be kept below the level of the bladder?

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To reduce the risk of catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI)

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To prevent urine from leaking

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To make it easier to empty the bag

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To reduce patient discomfort

Question 9

How often should the dressing around a suprapubic catheter insertion site be changed?

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According to agency policy

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Once a week

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Only when it becomes visibly soiled

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Every 48 hours

Question 10

What should you do if a patient shows signs of a urinary tract infection (UTI) related to their suprapubic catheter?

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All of the above

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Notify the healthcare provider

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Monitor vital signs and urine characteristics

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Increase fluid intake

Question 11

What is a potential complication if a suprapubic catheter becomes dislodged?

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Urine leakage

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Bowel obstruction

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Decreased urine output

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Bladder stones

Question 12

How should a suprapubic catheter be secured to the patient's abdomen?

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With both adhesive tape and a Velcro tube holder

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By suturing it directly to the skin

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With adhesive tape

Question 13

Why is it necessary to record urine output separately when a patient has both a suprapubic and a urethral catheter?

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To accurately assess urinary output from each catheter

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To monitor the effectiveness of the medications administered

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To ensure the correct billing information is provided

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To identify which catheter is causing discomfort to the patient

Question 14

What steps should be taken if the skin surrounding the catheter exit site becomes red or irritated?A. Notify the healthcare providerB. Apply an antibiotic ointmentC. Change the dressing more frequentlyD. All of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the above

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Notify the healthcare provider

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Apply an antibiotic ointment

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Change the dressing more frequently

Question 15

What is a potential consequence of excessive tension on a suprapubic catheter?

Accepted Answer

Catheter dislodgement

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Painful urination

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Catheter blockage

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Urinary tract infection (UTI)

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