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    Ati Lpn Paediatrics (Nursing Care Of Newborn) Proctored Exam

    A nurse is caring for a 13-month-old toddler who has a prescription for a urinary catheter. Which of the following urinary catheters should the nurse use?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Rationale: A) The nurse should use a 5 French urinary catheter for the 13-month-old toddler. This is because the size of the catheter should be appropriate for the age and weight of the child, and a smaller catheter will cause less trauma and discomfort to the urethra. B) A 12 French catheter might be too large and could cause trauma to the urethra in a 13-month-old toddler. C) A 10 French catheter might be too large and could cause trauma to the urethra in a 13-month-old toddler. D) A 14 French catheter is larger and may be too invasive for a 13-month-old toddler.

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