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Surgical Technologist Exam Prep

Category - Surgical Technologist

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Which of the following interventions can the nurse perform to reduce the risk of infection after the patient has been transferred to the surgical unit?
  1. Remove the indwelling catheter as soon as possible.
  2. Administer anti-inflammatory medications, such as steroids, to reduce swelling.
  3. Encourage the patient to sleep on their stomach to facilitate adequate lung expansion.
  4. Tell the patient they should increase their intake of water and carbohydrate-based foods.
Explanation
Answer: A-To reduce the risk of infection in the postoperative period, the nurse should remove the indwelling catheter as soon as possible. Keeping a catheter in place longer than necessary provides a medium for bacterial growth in the urinary tract and bladder. The nurse should not remove the catheter before it is warranted, but once the patient is able to ambulate and get to the bathroom, the catheter may need to be removed to reduce infection.
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