File name: Catheter Care Procedure Pdf
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Catheters are designed with different tips, which are selected according to the patient’s needs. Catheter tips have several openings or fenestrations to facilitate drainage of urine, sediment, . Purpose: To increase clinical knowledge of the BARD® ADVANCE Foley Catheter Tray designed to follow the CDC Guidelines for Appropriate Indications for Indwelling Urethral Catheter Use. Foley catheter insertion allows us to drain, decompress, obtain a specimen, and irrigate the bladder. This will allow you to treat urinary retention, bladder outlet obstruction, evacuate clot, . urinary catheter [Foley], home care procedure.) Make sure that the catheter and drainage tubing are free of kinks and dependent loops to prevent obstruction of urine flow. Ensure that the drainage bag is maintained below the level of the bladder to prevent backflow of urine into the bladder, which increases the risk of CAUTI. Foley catheter insertion allows us to drain, decompress, obtain a specimen, and irrigate the bladder. This will allow you to treat urinary retention, bladder outlet obstruction, evacuate clot, and monitor urine output. • Perform peri and catheter care per facility policy • Assess the patient for any pain or discomfort • Inspect the meatus for redness, irritation and drainage.
