A male patient with urinary incontinence has been using an external (condom) catheter.The nurse is assessing the patient's technique of applying the device.The nurse should give the patient further instructions if he:
A) Washes the penis with warm soapy water and dries the area well before applying the device.
B) Encircles the penis with tape to secure the device.
C) Uses elastic tape, and wraps in a spiral pattern to secure the device.
D) Carefully assesses the penis for any signs of irritation before applying the device.
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