The nurse is caring for a client with incontinence who has an order for a catheterized urine specimen to evaluate the presence of a urinary tract infection.Which catheter will the nurse select to obtain the specimen?

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A straight catheter is the best choice for obtaining a urine specimen for evaluation of a urinary tract infection (UTI) because it minimizes the risk of introducing bacteria into the urinary tract, which can occur with indwelling catheters. It is used for a single, quick drainage of the bladder or for obtaining a sterile urine sample.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with Incontinence Who