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Catheter Care

Top Rated4.8(12 reviews)

This in-depth course covers the standard principles and best practice guidelines in relation to working with and supporting people with indwelling urinary catheters. It includes: anatomy and physiology; the possible reasons for urinary catheterisation; the risks associated with catheterisation. It includes the theory of insertion of the indwelling urinary catheter in both males and females; how to care for and maintain catheters; how to respond to common catheter problems and the importance of record keeping in regard to catheter care .

13 Modules2 hours
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Learning Outcomes

What you'll learn

  • Define catheterisation
  • Describe the anatomy and physiology of the male and female urinary tract as is relevant to catheterisation
  • List possible reasons for catheterisation
  • Define continence and understand who is most at risk of incontinence
  • Understand the causes and types of incontinence
  • Describe the different types of catheter and catheter accessories available
  • Understand the theory of how to insert a catheter in both men and women
  • Describe the best practice principles of catheter maintenance
  • Know how to respond to common problems with catheterisation
  • Appreciate the importance of record keeping in regard to catheter care
  • Recall the possible risks associated with catheterisation

Modules

Module 1

What is a Catheter?

Module 2

Anatomy and Physiology of the Lower Urinary Tract

Module 3

Why Might Someone Need a Catheter?

Module 4

Incontinence

Module 5

Risks of Catheterisation

Module 6

Catheter Selection

Module 7

Catheter Accessories

Module 8

How to Insert a Catheter - Theory

Module 9

Catheter Maintenance

Module 10

Preventing and Responding to Complications

Module 11

Record Keeping

Module 12

Summary

Module 13

References

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Frequently Asked Questions

Urinary catheterisation involves inserting a catheter into the bladder to drain urine. It may be used for urinary retention, monitoring urine output or other clinical needs.

Common types include intermittent, indwelling (Foley) and suprapubic catheters. The choice depends on the person's clinical needs and should follow UK catheter care guidance.

Risks include urinary tract infection (UTI), blockage, leakage, bleeding, bladder spasms and urethral injury. Good catheter care and infection prevention can help reduce complications.

Maintain hand hygiene, keep the drainage system secure and closed where appropriate, position the drainage bag correctly and monitor urine output. Follow the person's care plan and UK clinical guidance.

Check for kinks, positioning and blockage according to local procedures. Report concerns promptly to the appropriate healthcare professional, especially if there is pain, leakage or no urine output.