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The most important thing when inserting a urinary catheter or intermittent catheter into a person’s bladder is the plan to take it out as soon as possible in order so as to prevent any complications; Complications can include things such as urinary infections, encrustation and/or damage to the bladder neck. As a patient, one needs [...]
The first thing that a caregiver needs to do is to get the patient’s consent on what they are about to do and make them understand the process. All symptoms including urgency, frequency and/or discomfort, that might be experienced after removal should be detailed. The patient’s record should then be checked to find out how [...]
The initial steps for suprapubic removal of a catheter are the same as a routine removal of a catheter. Once removed the catheter may be replaced with a new catheter. You have to gain the patients’ confidence and make sure that the process is well understood by them and they should be made aware of [...]
As we all know, one of the biggest risks of catheterization is that it gives rise to Urinary Tract infections. This risk is actually associated with the insertion method used in catheterization, the period that the catheter is in place and the quality and material of the catheter that is used. What one might not [...]
There are various misconceptions about incontinence and leading a normal life. Generally people think an incontinence sufferer cannot have a proper diet or travel etc. This just isn’t so. One can eat a normal balanced diet. It is advised that one should eat foods that are high in fiber content. Things such as fruit, vegetables [...]
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) that are associated with catheter usage can be caused by various pathogens such as: escherichia coli, Proteus, Enterococcus, Enterobacter, Serratia, Candida, etc. The thing that most people don’t know is that most of these microorganisms are already a part of a person’s endogenous bowel flora, although they can also be contracted [...]
Every year there are millions of Americans that get catheterized to ensure that their bodies have adequate bladder drainage. However, even though there is a high rate of catheterization in acute care facilities, the clinicians don’t often pay attention to the decision to insert an indwelling catheter. They also don’t give due attention to the [...]
It’s always important, in fact essential that during Intermittent Self Catheterization a clean procedure is used. One of the biggest benefits that Intermittent Self Catheterization provides is that it reduces the chances of infection as compared with indwelling catheters. However, this is only when good hygiene habits are observed and maintained. When carrying out Intermittent [...]
It is very common nowadays for people to be diagnosed with bladder issues. These problems are being diagnosed in men, women and children. This is where Intermittent Self Catheterization or ISC comes in. it helps one to lead a normal life. Bladder problems are better explained by your doctor but we can tell you what [...]
Catheterization is the process of draining out urine from a bladder. In this process, in addition to the catheter there is also the urine collection system or the drainage system that is used. There are three types of catheter drainage systems: Drainage Bag or Leg Bag This is the most commonly used drainage or collection [...]
