A patient has a catheter. Which prevents urine from flowing freely?
A) Coiling the drainage tubing on the bed
B) Making sure the person does not lay on the tubing
C) Keeping the tubing free of kinks
D) Raising the drainage bag above the bladder

Question

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Raising the drainage bag above the bladder can prevent urine from flowing freely because it can cause urine to flow back into the bladder due to gravity, which can lead to infections or other complications.

A Patient Has a Catheter