Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 79%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A client with a spinal cord injury.A nurse is offering teaching to a caregiver about urinary system complications that occur as a result of spinal cord injury. Which of the following will the nurse include in teaching?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: Drain the bladder with a clean intermittent catheter every hour. This is important in preventing urinary retention and minimizing the risk of urinary tract infections in individuals with spinal cord injuries. Regular catheterization helps to maintain bladder function and prevent complications.
Choice B is incorrect as decreasing fluid intake can lead to dehydration and worsen urinary issues. Choice C is incorrect as foul odor alone may not indicate a complication. Choice D is incorrect as keeping an indwelling catheter in place at all times can increase the risk of infection and other complications.
Choice B is incorrect as decreasing fluid intake can lead to dehydration and worsen urinary issues. Choice C is incorrect as foul odor alone may not indicate a complication. Choice D is incorrect as keeping an indwelling catheter in place at all times can increase the risk of infection and other complications.