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Purpose of single lumen urinary catheter

a) Drain urine
b) Measure urine output
c) Prevent UTIs
d) Perform irrigation

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Final answer:

The purpose of a single lumen urinary catheter is to drain urine from the bladder.

Step-by-step explanation:

The purpose of a single lumen urinary catheter is to drain urine from the bladder. It is inserted into the urethra and allows the urine to flow out of the body. The catheter does not measure urine output, prevent UTIs, or perform irrigation.

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