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This is usually performed only when absolutely necessary, because the danger exists of introducing microorganisms into the bladder.
may be made from latex, silicone, or polyvinyl chloride (PVC). sized by the diameter of the lumen using the French (Fr) scale: the larger the number, the larger the lumen.
straight catheter
is a single-lumen tube with a small eye or opening about 1 centimeters (1/2 inch) from the insertion tip.
coud catheter is a variation of the straight catheter. It is more rigid than other straight catheters and has a tapered, curved tip. This catheter may be used for men with prostatic hypertrophy because it is more easily controlled and less traumatic on insertion.
a double-lumen catheter.
near the tip of the catheter to hold the catheter in place within the bladder.
volume of fluid used to inflate them. The two commonly used sizes are 10 mL and 30 mL balloons. The size of the balloon is indicated on the catheter along with the diameter.
Foley catheters usually are connected to a closed
gravity drainage system. This system consists of the catheter, drainage tubing, and a collecting bag for the urine. A closed system cannot be opened anywhere along the system, from catheter to collecting bag.
decompression of a distended bladder. To assess the amount of residual urine if the bladder empties incompletely. To obtain a sterile urine specimen. To empty the bladder completely prior to surgery To facilitate accurate measurement of urinary output for critically ill clients whose output needs to be monitored hourly. To provide for intermittent or continuous bladder drainage and/or irrigation. To prevent urine from contracting an incision after perineal surgery. To manage incontinence when other measures have failed. To provide access for instilling medication into the bladder.
Specimen bottle
Equipment for indwelling catheter Foley catheter
Urine bag
Gooseneck lamp (optional)