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How is a urinal used for a male resident in bed?
- A.Place the penis fully inside the urinal, keep the urinal level, and remove it promptly after use
- B.Hang the urinal on the bed rail and leave it
- C.Tip the urinal upward while the resident voids
- D.Leave the filled urinal at the bedside for hours
Correct answer
A. Place the penis fully inside the urinal, keep the urinal level, and remove it promptly after use
Why
Correct placement prevents spills and skin wetness. A filled urinal left in place can spill, cause odor, and irritate skin.
Content outline: Physical Care Skills - Activities of Daily Living: Elimination · From the Physical Care Skills practice bank (PC-078).