During daily catheter care for a male resident, what should you do with the foreskin if present?

• A. Pull back the foreskin if present
• B. Return foreskin to normal position
• C. Wash the shaft of the penis with downward strokes
• D. Check for kinks in tubing

Answer: (A)

Proper catheter care for males includes ensuring hygiene by retracting the foreskin to clean under it. Gently pull the foreskin back to expose the opening so you can clean away any secretions or urine residues. This helps prevent infection and irritation. After cleaning, return the foreskin to its normal position to cover the glans. Other steps like washing the shaft or checking tubing are important parts of care, but they don’t address cleaning under the foreskin.