Urethral catheterisation technique

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. A skilled procedure
3. The full process
4. Preparing the trolley
5. Inserting the catheter
6. Gloves
7. Key points
8. Male urethral catheterisation
   1. Sterile field and gauze
   2. Cleaning the urethral meatus
   3. What position?
   4. Balloon
9. Summary
10. References

The full process

You are going to watch several clips showing how to perform urethral catheterisation on femaile patients. You will be asked questions about the techniques. This first clip is about preparing the patient.

Task 1

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Think about the video you've just seen. How should the patient be prepared prior to catheterisation? Enter your answer in the box here and then select Check answer. The reason for catheterisation, what the procedure entails and risks involved in the procedure should be explained so that the patient is able to give informed consent.