AIMS
To have an understanding of the process and necessity of catheterisation
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course you will:
- Understand the anatomy of the male & female urinary systems
- Know who can perform catheterisation, and when
- Be aware of conditions that necessitate catheterisation
- Know the different forms of catheterisation
- Be aware of the different materials used in catheters
- Understand how catheterisation is performed upon both the male and female anatomy
- Recognise the dangers of catheterisation
- Be aware of the symptoms of infections and haematuria
- Understand which documents will need to be filled in
- Know how to correctly assess and record the fluid balances of patients
- Understand the procedure to take a urinalysis test
LESSONS AND TOPICS
Catheterising Bladders
- When Should Catheterisation Be Done?
- Who Can Perform Catheterisation?
- Competency and Training
- The Anatomy and Physiology of The Male and Female Urinary Systems
Infection Control
- Your Role
- Hand Washing
- Aseptic Technique
Clinical Justifications
- Short-term Urinary Catheter
- Long-term Urinary Catheter
- Permanent Urinary Catheter
- Other Uses
- Urinary Retention
The Procedure of Catheterisation
- Technique
- Male Catheterisation
- Female Catheterisation
- Suprapubic Catheterisation
Choice of Catheter
- External vs. Indwelling Catheters
- Intermittent (IC) vs Indwelling Catheters
- Suprapubic Catheters
- Collection Methods
Complications and Infections
- Combating Infection
- Urinary Tract Infections
- Signs of Infection
- Haematuria
Suprapubic Catheterisation
- Indications for Suprapubic Catheterisation
- Inserting Suprapubic Catheters
- Keeping Suprapubic Catheters Clean
- Supporting those with Suprapubic Catheters
Documentation and Catheterisation
- The Documents
Types of Catheter
- Overview
- Foley Catheters
- Materials
- Contraindications
- Indications
- Sizing
- Drainage Systems
Ethics
- Dignity
- Consent
- Capacity
Calculating and Documenting Fluid Balances
- What is Fluid Balance?
- 5 Key Points
- Dehydration
- Inadequate Fluid Intake Causes
- When should We Check someone’s Fluid Balance?
Urinalysis Testing
- Urine Testing
- Urinalysis Testing Procedure
- What do the Findings Mean?
- Where Should I Record and Report my Findings?
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