Question

The nurse on duty asks you to empty a urinary drainage bag for a resident. What should you do?

1) Refuse to do this task and explain to the nurse that CNAs are not permitted to perform this task.
2) Empty the urinary drainage bag and let the nurse know the task is completed.
3) Detach the catheter tube from the drainage bag.
4) Twist the tubing in a clockwise direction before emptying the bag.

Answer 1

When requested by a nurse, a CNA should empty the urinary drainage bag, complete the task following standard procedures, and inform the nurse. Twisting the tubing or detaching the catheter tube from the drainage bag is not recommended.

Step-by-step explanation:

If a nurse asks you to empty a urinary drainage bag for a resident, as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you should choose to empty the urinary drainage bag and inform the nurse once the task is completed. This is a task within the scope of practice for a CNA. Remember to follow proper protocol to prevent infection and maintain sanitation. Do not twist the tubing or detach the catheter tube from the drainage bag as these actions are not standard procedure for emptying a drainage bag and could lead to complications such as infection or injury.