CATHETERIZATION Flashcards
1
Q
Assisting in the introduction of a
catheter into the bladder through
the urethra for the relief of urinary
retention or for emptying the bladder
A
Catheterization
2
Q
is a thin, clean hollow tube
which is usually made of soft plastic
or rubber.
A
Catheter
3
Q
✓ Used if the catheter is to remain in place for continuous drainage.
✓ More than one lumen or open tube within the catheter.
✓ A balloon is inflated to ensure
that the catheter remains in the
bladder once it is inserted
A
Foley catheter/indwelling urethral
catheter/retention catheter
4
Q
It is used to drain the bladder for shorter periods (5-10 minutes)
A
Intermittent catheter/straight
catheter has a single lumen.
