A patient with urinary catheter in place is at increased risk of UTIs due to:
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Correct answer: Bacterial colonization and biofilm formation on the catheter
Catheters provide surface for bacterial colonization and biofilm formation, increasing risk of catheter-associated urinary tract infection.
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