Lpn Practice Question Study Guide Questions And Correct Answers

A client is admitted for the placement of a suprapubic catheter. Which statement by the client is incorrect and indicates a misunderstanding of care? "I will change the urine bag as needed." "I will put the tube in every four hours to drain my bladder." "I will get lots of bottled water since it is easier to have nearby." "I will be sure to sit up or move around as much as I can." {Ans: In a client with suprapubic catheter, the catheter is surgically placed and remains in place at all times. The client may have been doing self-urinary catheterization before this procedure, and thus may be remembering what was done before. Information about care of the new tube is needed so that the client can properly provide self-care at home. In clients with a suprapubic catheter, antibiotics are given for signs of an active infection. Sitting up or moving enhances the drainage of urine to prevent stasis in the kidney and bladder. Adequate fluid intake will prevent crystallization of the urine and stone formation. Routine changes of the urine bag, as needed, is appropriate because the care is similar to the drainage bag of a urethral catheter.