When inserting an indwelling urinary (Foley) catheter for an adult client in an acute-care hospital, which technique should the nurse use to minimize the risk of catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI)?
Sterile (aseptic) technique using sterile gloves and sterile equipment
Non-sterile (clean) technique is acceptable if the catheter will remain in place less than 24 hours
Clean technique with non-sterile gloves and sterile equipment
Clean technique with sterile gloves but non-sterile equipment
The nurse must use sterile (aseptic) technique with sterile gloves, a sterile catheterization kit, and antiseptic periurethral cleansing when inserting an indwelling catheter in an acute-care setting. Using clean or partially sterile technique increases the likelihood that microorganisms will enter the urinary tract and cause a CAUTI.
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