NG And Urinary Catheter Care Practice Test

A 72-year-old female in an acute rehab unit has an indwelling urinary catheter (14 Fr) for 5 days after a stroke due to urinary retention. The nurse notes the drainage bag is resting on the floor during transfer back to bed. Vital signs: temperature 98.7°F (37.1°C), heart rate 80/min, blood pressure 130/76 mmHg, respirations 16/min. Which action should the nurse take to reduce the risk of infection?

A 59-year-old male with bowel obstruction has a nasogastric tube to low intermittent suction for decompression for 12 hours. He suddenly begins coughing and states, "I can't catch my breath." The nurse notes the tube marking at the nare is 6 cm higher than documented. Vital signs: temperature 98.2°F (36.8°C), heart rate 112/min, blood pressure 150/88 mmHg, respirations 28/min, oxygen saturation 90% on room air. What is the nurse's PRIORITY action?