Indictations for catheterization
Urine flow obstruction
Bladder irrigation required
Surgical repair of bladder or urinary system
Relieving discomfort from bladder distension
Accurately monitor uniranary output in critically ill patients
in and out catheter/intermitttent used for
Typically jsut to drain the bladder
What to ask patient before catheter insertion
Allergies to latex/rubber or sntiseptic solutions, waterbased lubricants or tape
General catheter sizes for childer
8-10 Fr
Female catheter size
10-12 Fr
Male catheter size
12-16Fr
Trick to removing catheter
Have patients breathe out