Personal careQuestion 842 of 1700
What do you avoid when you drain the urine into the cylinder?
- Opening the drain to let the urine flow out
- Wearing gloves while you empty the bag
- Letting the tubing tip touch the cylinder wall
- Closing the drain after the urine has drained
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Correct answer: Letting the tubing tip touch the cylinder wall
Touching the cylinder could spread germs.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 5.25: Skills Checklist- Emptying Catheter Drainage Bag
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026