The nurse is preparing to insert a urinary catheter.Place the steps for this procedure in the proper order.

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First, the nurse should apply sterile gloves (B) and organize the supplies in the catheter kit (D). Then, a sterile drape should be placed under the patient's buttocks or penis without contaminating the center (E). Next, the meatus should be cleansed (A) before inserting the catheter. Finally, if recommended by the manufacturer, the balloon of the indwelling catheter should be tested (C).

The Nurse Is Preparing to Insert a Urinary Catheter