A Client Care Module: Perineal & Catheter Care

The number one healthcare associated infection is the UTI.

The main function of the renal system is to rid the body of waste.

When providing perineal care, you should wash the anal area first to avoid dragging germs to the cleaner ares.

Harmful bacteria that cause urinary tract infections usually enter the body through the:

Cleaning the perineal area every day is not necessary, it only causes irritation.

Age has no effect on the urinary system.

A client with a UTI may have all the following symptoms, EXCEPT:

Urinary incontinence is a good reason to catheterize someone.

The minimum amount of urine output that is considered acceptable is 30 ml/hr.

Catheter tubing should always be kept above the level of the bladder.

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