Pre-test

Residency ED Rotation: Foley Catheter
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1. Which of the following is the only absolute contraindication to
urethral catheterization?
Urethral stricture
Recent urethral or bladder surgery
Combative or uncooperative patient
Urethral injury
2. What is the appropriate size catheter for most men?
8-10 French
12-14 French
16-18 French
20-22 French
3. If a coudé catheter is used, what position should the tip of the catheter
point?
6 o’clock
12 o’clock
3 o’clock
9 o’clock
4. Which of the following is NOT a patient with increased risk for
catheter-related infections?
Adolescents
Persons with diabetes
Persons with renal insufficiency
Persons with advanced, life-threatening illnesses
5. What should be used to catheterize patients with prostatic enlargement?
12-14 French catheter
Triple-lumen catheter
20-24 French catheter
Silicone-based catheter
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