Indwelling urinary catheters must be inserted according o evidence-based guidelines that address
A. using aseptic techniques and limiting catheter duration
B. the use of aseptic techniques and intermittent catheterizations
C. limiting the use of urinary catheters but when necessary using silver-impregnated Foleys
Answer: A. using aseptic techniques and limiting catheter duration
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