If the urine had sediment in it while a patietn has a suprapubic catheter, what actions would you need to complete?
Answer:
Supra pubic catheterization is the insertion of indwelling catheter through a surgical opening in the abdomen. Supra pubic catheter are more prone to colonization of bacteria. Sediments in the urine is the presence of bacteria.
*Always keep the insertion site clean
*Use sterile techniques while caring supra pubic catheter
*Cover the insertion site with sterile dressing
*Instruct the patient to drink more water to prevent UTI
*Provide urine irrigation if indicated
*Attach the catheter to the abdomen to prevent injury
*Use sterile gloves while providing catheter care to prevent infection
*Change the dressing every 24 hours
*Assess site in every 8 hour for any signs of infection, redness etc.
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