The nurse is caring for a client who requires long-term catheterization who is allergic to latex.Which catheter would the nurse choose to insert?

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The best choice for a client who is allergic to latex is a silicone catheter as it is latex-free and offers a more biocompatible option for long-term catheterization. PVC and plastic catheters may contain latex, and a latex catheter would obviously be contraindicated in this situation.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Requires Long-Term