A nurse is preparing to clean a blood spill on a bedside table.
Which of the following solutions should the nurse plan to use?

Choice A rationale

Drinking citrus juice with meals can irritate the bladder and exacerbate urinary incontinence due to the high acidity in citrus fruits. It is not recommended for individuals with urinary incontinence.

Choice B rationale

Training the bladder by voiding every 5 hours is too infrequent for most individuals. Bladder training usually involves more frequent voiding intervals to gradually increase the bladder's capacity to hold urine.

Choice C rationale

Applying adult diapers at bedtime can be useful in managing nighttime incontinence but does not address the underlying issue or provide a long-term solution for urinary incontinence.

Choice D rationale

Performing pelvic-muscle exercises, also known as Kegel exercises, can strengthen the pelvic floor muscles and improve bladder control, making it an effective method for managing urinary incontinence.

Choice A rationale

Securing the catheter helps prevent it from moving, which reduces the risk of urethral trauma and infection. Proper fixation is essential for patient safety and comfort.

Choice B rationale

Urine should not be obtained from the drainage bag for specimen collection as it may be contaminated. Fresh urine samples directly from the catheter port are more accurate.

Choice C rationale

Catheter bags should be changed based on clinical need, which can be more frequent than every 3 days. This ensures hygiene and reduces infection risks.

Choice D rationale

The drainage bag should be kept below the bladder level to prevent backflow of urine, which can lead to infection.