Question

A nurse is preparing to collect a urine specimen from a female infant using a urine collection bag. Which of the following actionjs should the nurse take?

a. place a snug-fitting diaper over the drainage bag

b. stretch the perineum taut when applying the bag

c. Apply lidocaine gel to the perineum before attaching the bag

d. Position the opening of the bag over the urethra and the anus.

Answer 1

Correct option is B - strech perineum taut when applying the bad because it prevent risk of spillage and clear view to urethral meatus to place bag.

While other options are incorrect as option a says place a snug fitting diaper over drainage bag as it should be avoided to reduce risk of infection and allow proper ventilation to area.

Option c is also incorrect as it is suggested that female infant has short urethra and don't need anesthesia also risk of UTI increase in them thus should be avoided.

Option d is also incorrect as bag need to be placed below urethra and tube is attached over thigh to settle to allow gravity to act and urine to collect.

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