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If the urine had sediment in it while  a patietn has a suprapubic catheter, what actions would...

If the urine had sediment in it while  a patietn has a suprapubic catheter, what actions would you need to complete?

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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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