When transferring a patient with an IV catheter or a Foley, which of the following is correct?

When transferring a patient with an IV catheter or a Foley, which of the following is correct?

• A. Do not remove the catheter before transfer
• B. Start IV fluids during transfer
• C. Do not remove and no IV fluids during transfer
• D. Discontinue the Foley during transfer

Answer: (C)

Protecting indwelling lines during transport is essential. When moving a patient who has an IV catheter or a Foley, the safest approach is to leave both devices in place and avoid starting IV fluids during the transfer unless there is an immediate medical need. Keeping the catheter and Foley connected prevents tissue trauma, dislodgement, and infection risk, and it maintains continuous monitoring and drainage as appropriate while you’re en route. Starting new IV fluids in transit can introduce avoidable risks and complicate care unless the patient genuinely requires it for stability. Discontinuing the Foley or removing the IV during transfer would create unnecessary voids in drainage and potential complications. So the plan to keep the devices in place and refrain from IV fluid administration during transfer aligns with safe, continuous care.

Protecting indwelling lines during transport is essential. When moving a patient who has an IV catheter or a Foley, the safest approach is to leave both devices in place and avoid starting IV fluids during the transfer unless there is an immediate medical need. Keeping the catheter and Foley connected prevents tissue trauma, dislodgement, and infection risk, and it maintains continuous monitoring and drainage as appropriate while you’re en route. Starting new IV fluids in transit can introduce avoidable risks and complicate care unless the patient genuinely requires it for stability. Discontinuing the Foley or removing the IV during transfer would create unnecessary voids in drainage and potential complications. So the plan to keep the devices in place and refrain from IV fluid administration during transfer aligns with safe, continuous care.