A nurse is inserting an indwelling urinary catheter for a male client.
Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Choice A rationale:

Glargine insulin is a long-acting insulin that provides a basal level of insulin over 24 hours. It is suitable for managing blood glucose levels in clients with diabetes mellitus who require a long-acting insulin to maintain glycemic control throughout the day.

Choice B rationale:

NPH insulin is an intermediate-acting insulin that lasts for about 12-16 hours. While it can be used for blood glucose management, it is not the best choice for a client needing long-acting insulin coverage throughout the day.

Choice C rationale:

Insulin aspart is a rapid-acting insulin used to control postprandial glucose levels. It acts quickly to lower blood sugar after meals and is not suitable for long-acting coverage.

Choice D rationale:

Regular insulin, also known as short-acting insulin, is used to control blood glucose levels during meals. It has a faster onset of action compared to long-acting insulins and is not appropriate for managing basal insulin needs over an entire day.

The correct answer is choiceA. Lift the penis so that it is perpendicular to the client’s body.

Choice A rationale:

Lifting the penis so that it is perpendicular to the client’s body straightens the urethra, making it easier to insert the catheter without causing trauma.

Choice B rationale:

While cleansing the tip of the penis in a circular motion is important for maintaining aseptic technique, it is not the specific action that facilitates the insertion of the catheter.

Choice C rationale:

Picking up the catheter 13 cm (5 in) from its tip is not a standard practice.The nurse should hold the catheter closer to the tip to maintain control and ensure accurate insertion.

Choice D rationale:

Inflating the catheter balloon before insertion can cause trauma to the urethra and is not recommended.The balloon should only be inflated once the catheter is correctly positioned in the bladder.