The nurse manager learns of an increase in the number of catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI) in the intensive care area. What action should be taken to help reduce the incidence of these infections going forward? Select all that apply.

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1. Catheters should be inserted by trained health care professionals using aseptic technique, including sterile gloves, a fenestrated sterile drape, and an antiseptic, such as 10% povidone-iodine or 2% aqueous chlorhexidine.
2. After a catheter is inserted, strict maintenance of a closed drainage system can limit the overall risk of CAUTI to less than 25% for up to 2 weeks.
3. The use of indwelling urinary catheters should be limited to circumstances when they are absolutely necessary and removed when no longer needed.
4. The collection tubing and bag should always remain below the level of the patient's bladder with the drainage tubing always above the level of the collection bag to ensure constant drainage.
5. After a catheter is inserted, strict maintenance of a closed drainage system can limit the overall risk of CAUTI to less than 25% for up to 2 weeks.

The Nurse Manager Learns of an Increase in the Number