Answer:
Option A, by placing it in a securing device on the thigh
Explanation:
After completing catheter care, the catheter should be secured to the device that is often taped to the patient's upper leg (usually the inner thigh) using its own adhesive backing.
The catheter should not be kinked, wrapped, knotted, or otherwise obstructed because this could interrupt the flow of the catheter's drainage, thereby causing backlog of bodily fluids, subsequent discomfort, and increased risk of infection or other potential secondary conditions. For example, if an indwelling catheter is kinked due to being taped to the abdomen, tied in a knot, or wrapped around the thigh, urine can become stagnant within the bladder and increase the risk for developing a urinary tract infection. Securing indwelling catheters within the device ensures the patency of the catheter and allows for proper drainage.
