ATI LPN
Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 31 : Urinary Elimination and Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
An indwelling catheter has a balloon that keeps the catheter in place.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An indwelling catheter, such as a Foley, has a balloon inflated with sterile water to secure it in the bladder.
Question 2 of 5
A straight-tipped catheter is best when catheterizing a patient with an enlarged prostate.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A coude-tipped catheter is preferred for patients with an enlarged prostate to navigate the urethral curve.
Question 3 of 5
A three-way catheter is used for continuous bladder irrigation.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A three-way catheter has an additional lumen for irrigation fluid, used in continuous bladder irrigation.
Question 4 of 5
A condom catheter is an external catheter.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A condom catheter is an external device placed over the penis to collect urine.
Question 5 of 5
The size of the balloon for an indwelling catheter is 5 mL.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Indwelling catheter balloons typically range from 5 to 30 mL, with 10 mL being common for adults.