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Nephrostomy Teaching 2382

Patient was explained that having a nephrostomy tube in for a long time increases the risk of getting an infection. Nephrostomy tube care focuses on preventing infection. Follow-up care is a key part of your treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor or nurse call line if you are having problems. It's also a good idea to know your test results and keep a list of the medicines you take.. understanding was verbalized

Nephrostomy Teaching 2304

Nephrostomy tube Instructed patient observe for 
continuous urine flow and signs of infection.