A client with urine retention related to a complete prostatic obstruction requires a urinary catheter to drain the bladder. Which type of catheter is most appropriate for a client that has an obstructed urethra?

A) Suprapubic catheter

Explanation:

The complete question is:

A client with urine retention related to a complete prostatic obstruction requires a urinary catheter to drain the bladder. Which type of catheter is most appropriate for a client that has an obstructed urethra?

A) Suprapubic catheter

B) Indwelling urethral catheter

C) Intermittent urethral catheter

D) Straight catheter

Explanation:

A Suprapubic catheter is used for the drainage of urine from the bladder and it consists of a hollow flexible tube. A suprapubic catheter is used for long-term continuous drainage and is inserted through a small incision above the pubic area. Suprapubic bladder drainage diverts urine from the urethra when injury, stricture, prostatic obstruction, or abdominal surgery has compromised the flow of urine through the urethra.