A nurse is caring for a patient with a urinary catheter. Which measure is correct to maintain infection prevention?
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Correct answer: Keep a closed system, bag below bladder, secured to leg, with perineal hygiene
Closed system, bag below bladder, secure catheter and hygiene prevent catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI).
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