When Entering the Room of an Older Adult to Insert

Multiple Choice

When entering the room of an older adult to insert a catheter, what would be the most effective approach by the nurse?

A) Touch the patient and say, "I need to insert this catheter."
B) Approach the bed, turn back the cover, and announce, "The doctor wants a urine specimen."
C) Open catheter tray at bedside, turn back the cover, and say, "Is it okay to put a tube in your bladder?"
D) Introduce yourself at the door and ask, "May I insert this catheter for a urine specimen?"