What position should the patient assume before the nurse inserts an indwelling urinary catheter?

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The nurse should have the patient lie supine with knees flexed,feet flat on the bed (dorsal recumbent position).If the patient is unable to assume this position,the nurse should help the patient to a side-lying position.Modified Trendelenburg position is used for central venous catheter insertion.Prone position is sometimes used to improve oxygenation in patients with adult respiratory distress syndrome.Semi-Fowler's position is used to prevent aspiration in those receiving enteral feedings.

What Position Should the Patient Assume Before the Nurse Inserts