TEST 3 - Catheterization Flashcards
Indwelling catheter
Remains in place for an extended period
Intermittent catheter
Involves insertion of a catheter for a one-time bladder emptying
Suprapubic catheter
Surgical insertion into the bladder through the lower abdomen above the symphysis pubis
Indications for Catheterization (7)
Preparation for surgery
Urinary irrigations
Collection of sterile urine specimen
Measurement of residual urine (if no scanner is available)
Measurement of accurate UO
Inability to void on own
Presence of stage III and IV pressure ulcers
Determining Catheter Type and Size FOR INFANTS
Infants: 5-6 Fr
Determining Catheter Type and Size FOR CHILDREN
8-10 Fr with 3 ml balloon
Determining Catheter Type and Size FOR YOUNG GIRLS
12 Fr
Determining Catheter Type and Size FOR ADULT WOMEN
14-16 Fr
Determining Catheter Type and Size FOR ADULT MALES
16-18 Fr
Required distance for females
5-7.5 cm (2-3 inches)
Required distance for males
17-22.5 cm (7-9 inches)
Unexpected outcomes with catheters
Urethral or perineal irritation or trauma is present Client is exhibiting S & S of infection Fever Foul odour of urine Small, frequent voidings Burning or bleeding with micturation Urinary retention
Expected outcomes with catheters
May urinate frequently
b/c of decreased bladder muscle tone
May experience dysuria
Resulting from inflammation of the urethral canal
Catheter Irrigation
Intermittent and continuous “CBIs”
Used post genitourinary surgery to maintain catheter patency ex: TURP
Used in the presence of small blood clots and mucous fragments
Closed irrigation system
Catheter Irrigation
Used to maintain catheter patency
However, continuous irrigation not required
Usually, there are no blood clots or large mucous shreds in the urinary drainage
Closed drainage system is broken therefore strict asepsis is maintained
Open irrigation system
Closed Irrigation System
What must be anticipated?
Anticipate more output vs input to account for urine production
If fluid draining less than amounts going in STOP the irrigation
During Irrigation what temp should the NS be at and why?
NS at room temperature
Prevent bladder spasm
Open Irrigation system
true or false
Technique done under strict sterile condition
TRUE
Open Irrigation System
Steps
Technique done under strict sterile condition
Use sterile irrigation tray
Prepare tray
Don gloves (sterile optional)
Wipe connection point btw catheter and tubing with antiseptic wipe
Disconnect and insert tip of syringe into lumen of catheter
Do not force the irrigation if strong resistance is met
Withdraw syringe, allow solution to drain into basin
Repeat until clear returns are obtained
If no returns obtained, reposition client or gently aspirate solution after reinserting syringe
Once complete, reconnect tubing to catheter
Reanchor catheter to client’s leg
Document accurately
Unexpected Outcomes during open irrigation system
Irrigating solution is not returned or not flowing as planned
Signs of fever or cloudy, foul urine
Increase in bladder spasms
Client may still void naturally when the catheter is clamped
More comfortable than the indwelling catheter
Lower risk of UTI
Less likely to obstruct
Suprapubic Catheter
the discharge of urine
micturition
the sudden need to urinate
urgency
inability to control the voiding of urine
incontinence
involuntary escape of urine due to strain on the orifice of the bladder, as in coughing or sneezing
stress incontinence
complete suppression of urine formation and excretion
anuria
diminished urine production and excretion in relation to fluid intake
oliguria