Suprapubic and Clean Intermittent Self-Catheterisation

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Indications for suprapubic and intermittent catheterisation
   1. Suprapubic catheters
   2. Intermittent Catheterisation
3. Risks and complications of suprapubic catheters
4. Care and management of suprapubic catheters
   1. Managing the abdominal wound
5. Changing a suprapubic catheter
   1. Managing bypassing and suprapubic catheter blockage
6. Teaching patients to self-catheterise
   1. Frequency of catheterisation
7. Product choice
   1. Other information needs
8. Summary
9. References

Teaching patients to self-catheterise

Patient experiences of learning the technique

Patients face a number of challenges when learning ISC, including psychological issues, physical problems and interactions with service providers (Logan et al, 2008). Relaxed and friendly communication styles can help patients overcome the embarrassment and anxiety associated with mastering the skill and facilitates learning of the technique (Logan et al, 2008).

Task 17

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Identify some general principles that underpin the teaching of this skill to patients. Enter your answer in the box below and then select Check answer. - The pace of learning should be determined by the patient - Allow adequate time and sufficient supervised sessions for the patient to feel sufficiently confident to perform the technique unaided - Provide contact details for patients who require additional help and support - Use language that the patient can understand - Follow patients up after two weeks and again after a few months to ensure correct procedure is being followed, to troubleshoot problems and to promote adherence