Advanced Urinary & Bowel Elimination Nursing Concepts

These flashcards cover essential vocabulary and concepts related to urinary and bowel elimination nursing care, aiding in exam preparation.

Urinary Catheterization

The introduction of a catheter through the urethra into the bladder to withdraw urine.

CAUTIs

Catheter-associated urinary tract infections, which are common causes of healthcare-associated infections.

Indications for Urinary Catheterization

Conditions justifying catheter use, including acute urinary retention and perioperative use.

Contraindications for Urinary Catheterization

Conditions that warrant avoiding catheterization, such as urethral trauma or recent urethral surgery.

Foley Catheter

A double-lumen indwelling catheter used for urine drainage with a balloon holding it in place.

Three-Way Foley Catheter

A triple-lumen catheter used for continuous bladder irrigation, incorporating inflow, outflow, and balloon functions.

Intermittent Catheterization

A procedure involving periodic insertion and immediate removal of a catheter after bladder emptying.

Continuous Bladder Irrigation (CBI)

A technique that involves infusing sterile solution into the bladder to prevent obstruction.

Biofilm

A layer of bacteria that can form on the surface of indwelling catheters, increasing infection risk.

Stoma

An opening created surgically to allow bodily waste to pass to the outside of the body.

Ileostomy

A surgical opening allowing liquid fecal content from the ileum of the small intestine to exit through a stoma.

Colostomy

A surgical procedure that permits formed feces to exit through the stoma from the colon.

Normal Urine Parameters

Healthy urine output includes ≥30 mL/hr, clear to slightly cloudy, with a pale yellow color.

Patient Education for Urinary Diversions

Teaching patients necessary self-care, signs of complications, and importance of hygiene.

Nursing Actions for CAUTI Prevention

Actions include maintaining sterile technique, securing the catheter, and educating patients.

Enteral Nutrition (EN)

Nutrition administered via gastrointestinal tract, used when oral intake is insufficient.

Gastric Residual Volume (GRV)

The volume of fluid remaining in the stomach used to assess tolerance to feeding.

NPO

Nothing by mouth; a medical order restricting oral intake for various health reasons.