Advanced Elimination - Urinary Foley Catheterization

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts related to urinary Foley catheterization and its implications in patient care.

Indwelling Catheterization

A type of catheter that remains in the bladder continuously, used for patients with conditions like acute urinary retention or for perioperative purposes.

Intermittent Catheterization

A procedure where catheters are periodically inserted and removed after bladder emptying, ideal for neurogenic bladder dysfunction and chronic urinary retention.

Continuous Bladder Irrigation (CBI)

A method that continuously flushes the bladder with sterile solution to prevent clot obstruction, often used after prostate surgery.

Contraindications for Catheterization

Conditions that make catheterization inadvisable, including urethral trauma, recent urethral surgery, and acute prostatitis.

Complications of Indwelling Catheters

Potential issues such as urinary tract infections (CAUTI), bladder spasms, and urethral erosion.

True Urine Output Calculation

Total drainage minus the amount of irrigation instilled, used to accurately assess actual urine output.

Normal Urine Output in Adults

A minimum of 30 mL per hour, which equates to 0.5-1 mL/kg/hour, indicating healthy kidney function.

Patient Education on Catheterization

Teaching patients about hand hygiene, catheter care, and monitoring for complications, crucial for reducing infection risk.

Catheter Maintenance

Daily care and monitoring required to prevent complications, including ensuring closed drainage systems and proper positioning.

Nursing Interventions for Catheterization

Actions taken to ensure safe catheterization, such as a thorough assessment before the procedure and stringent aseptic technique.