A client with urine retention related to a complete prostatic obstruction requires a urinary catheter to drain the bladder. Which type of catheter is most appropriate for a client that has an obstructed urethra?
A) Suprapubic catheter
B) Indwelling urethral catheter
C) Intermittent urethral catheter
D) Straight catheter

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A suprapubic catheter is most appropriate for a client with urine retention related to a complete prostatic obstruction. This type of catheter goes directly into the bladder through a small incision made in the abdominal wall, bypassing the obstructed urethra. Indwelling and intermittent urethral catheters would not be effective in this situation as the obstruction would prevent urine from passing through the urethra. A straight catheter would not provide continuous drainage, which is necessary in cases of complete obstruction.

A Client with Urine Retention Related to a Complete Prostatic