Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 88%
Simulated
Which nursing diagnosis has the highest priority when planning care for a client with an indwelling urinary catheter?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is 'High risk for infection.' When caring for a client with an indwelling urinary catheter, the highest priority is to prevent infections, as these catheters are a significant source of infection. Options A and B, self-care deficit and functional incontinence, may be concerns but are not directly related to the indwelling catheter. Option C, fluid volume deficit, is not typically associated with the presence of an indwelling urinary catheter.