Chisanzo Zulu
Has completed Catheter Care delivered by Florence academy on 03 May 2023
Learning outcomes
  • Define catheterisation
  • Describe the anatomy and physiology of the male and female urinary tract as is relevant to catheterisation
  • List possible reasons for catheterisation
  • Define continence and understand who is most at risk of incontinence
  • Understand the causes and types of incontinence
  • Recall the possible risks associated with catheterisation
  • Describe the different types of catheter and catheter accessories available
  • Understand the theory of how to insert a catheter in both men and women
  • Describe the best practice principles of catheter maintenance
  • Know how to respond to common problems with catheterisation
  • Appreciate the importance of record keeping in regard to catheter care
  • About this course

    This in-depth course covers the standard principles and best practice guidelines in relation to working with and supporting people with indwelling urinary catheters. It includes: anatomy and physiology; the possible reasons for urinary catheterisation; the risks associated with catheterisation. It includes the theory of insertion of the indwelling urinary catheter in both males and females; how to care for and maintain catheters; how to respond to common catheter problems and the importance of record keeping in regard to catheter care . It is expected to take learners 40-60 minutes to complete.

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