NCLEX-CGFNS: Urinary Catheterization

URINARY CATHETERIZATION

• Urinary catheterization will determine residual urine and obtain sterile specimen
• Urinary catheterization procedure is sterile and should maintain a close system
• The drainage bag should be kept below the bladder
• Male patient: tape the catheter on the lower abdoment to prevent pressure at the penoscrotal junction
• Female patient: tape the catheter at the inner thigh