Insertion
What is the most important step to prevent infection during catheter insertion?
What is maintaining sterile technique?
How Often should perineal care be performed for a patient with a Foley?
What is at least once per shift or as needed?
True of False: All hospitalized patients should have a Foley Catheter?
What is False?
What size catheter is typically used for adults?
What is 16 French?
What is a common infection associated with Foley catheters?
What is a CAUTI (Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infection)?
What must be documented after catheter insertion?
What are date/time, size, reason for insertion, and patient response?
Where should the drainage bag be positioned?
True or False: It's okay to flush a catheter with out an order if it's not draining?
What is False?
What should you do if a patient complains of pain during insertion?
What is stop the procedure and reassess?
How often should catheter necessity be reassessed?
What is daily or per facility protocol?