Which nursing diagnosis would be appropriate for a client who has a retention catheter if the drainage bag is found lying on the floor?
A)Risk for Impaired Skin Integrity related to catheter placement
B)Risk for Infection related to improper handling
C)Self-Care Deficit related to presence of a retention catheter
D)Risk for Incontinence related to an obstruction

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If the drainage bag is found lying on the floor, there is a risk for infection related to improper handling, as the bag may have become contaminated with bacteria. The other options are not as relevant to this situation.

Which Nursing Diagnosis Would Be Appropriate for a Client Who