NURS1104 Week 9: Urinary Catheterization

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to urinary catheterization, focusing on definitions, procedures, and potential complications.

Urinary Catheterization

A procedure used to drain urine from the urinary bladder or to instill a solution into the bladder.

Indwelling Catheter

A catheter that remains in place in the bladder, with an inflated balloon to hold it in place.

Straight-Intermittent Catheter

A catheter that is inserted into the bladder, kept in place briefly to drain urine, and then removed.

Urinary Retention

An accumulation of urine due to the inability of the bladder to empty.

Urinary Incontinence

The involuntary leakage of urine.

Nocturia

Waking at night to void, often associated with aging or other health issues.

Catheter-associated Urinary Tract Infection (CAUTI)

An infection that commonly results from catheterization.

Sterile Technique

A procedure that maintains a pathogen-free environment during catheterization to prevent introducing microorganisms.

French Scale

A system used to measure the diameter of catheters.

Complications of Catheterization

Possible negative outcomes such as infections, tissue damage, or discomfort from catheter use.

Foley Tray

A set of sterile equipment used for catheterization, including gloves, drapes, and tubes.

Excess Urinary Output

Urinary output greater than 1 L in 15 minutes, potentially indicating a complication.

Perineal Care

Hygienic care of the genital area, important in catheterized patients to prevent infections.

Urethra

The duct through which urine is discharged from the bladder.

Balloon Inflation

The process of inflating the balloon of an indwelling catheter to hold it in place within the bladder.

Acute Urinary Retention

A sudden inability to urinate, which can require catheterization for relief.

Guidelines for Catheterization

Standards and practices to follow during the catheterization procedure to ensure patient safety and comfort.

Patient Consent

The process of explaining the procedure to the patient and obtaining their agreement before catheterization.