Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Practice Exam

What action should a nursing assistant take to empty a Foley catheter drainage bag?

1. Open the cap at the bottom of the bag and allow urine to spill onto the floor

2. Unclamps the emptying spout on the urine drainage bag to allow urine to drain into a graduate on the floor

3. Shake the bag to expedite the drainage process

4. Leave the bag as is without emptying it

The correct answer is: Unclamps the emptying spout on the urine drainage bag to allow urine to drain into a graduate on the floor

To empty a Foley catheter drainage bag properly, the nursing assistant should unclamp the emptying spout on the urine drainage bag to allow the urine to drain into a graduate container. This method ensures that the urine is collected in a controlled and sanitary manner without risking spillage or contamination. Option A is incorrect as allowing urine to spill onto the floor is unsanitary and can lead to contamination. Option C is incorrect as shaking the bag can cause damage to the catheter or introduce air bubbles into the system. Option D is incorrect as leaving the bag full without emptying it can lead to potential complications for the patient.