Question

question 10 of 100
if you notice the patients catheter is not draining, the first thing you should do is:
a. call your supervisor.

b. empty the drainage bag.

c. check the tubing to see if it is kinked.

d. do nothing, this is the nurses problem.

Explanation:

When a catheter is not draining, the first step is to check for immediate, easily resolvable obstructions. Kinked tubing is a common, simple issue that can be fixed quickly without needing to escalate first. Emptying the bag is not the first step if the tubing is blocked, and ignoring the issue or calling a supervisor immediately skips basic troubleshooting.

Answer:

C. check the tubing to see if it is kinked.