Catheterisation Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What are the indications for catheterisation? (6)
A
- Unable to pass urine
- Unmanageable incontinence
- Monitoring of fluid balance
- Abdominal/pelvis injuries
- Head injuries
- Post-anaesthetic
2
Q
What are the contra-indications for catheterisation? (2)
A
- Urethral bleeding
- Major pelvic fractures
3
Q
What equipment is required for catheterisation? (6)
A
- Foley catheter
- PPE (gloves)
- Cleaning solution
- Sterile towels
- Gauze
- 10ml syringe sterile water
4
Q
What are the complications of catheterisation?(3)
A
- Damaged urethra
- Ureteric catheterisation
- Local UTI
5
Q
What is catheterisation? (1)
A
Catheterisation is the passing of a urethral catheter into the bladder by the urethral or supra pubic route for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes
