After emptying the urine from the graduate, what should you do with the graduate?

• A. Discard the graduate.
• B. Dry and reuse the same graduate without cleaning.
• C. Rinse and store the graduate.
• D. Leave it on the bedside table to air dry.

Answer: (C)

Handling used urine collection equipment safely means cleaning and proper storage after use. After you empty the urine, you should rinse the graduate to remove any residue and then store it in a clean, dry place according to facility policy. This keeps the equipment ready for reuse, reduces the risk of infection or cross-contamination, and prevents odor. Discarding the graduate wastes a reusable item, reusing without cleaning can spread germs, and leaving it at the bedside to air dry creates contamination risks. Rinsing and storing aligns with keeping the environment and residents safe.