Catheter

Catheter Teaching 2643

Hand washing performed. Assembled supplies and created sterile field. Foley catheter removed and discarded using a double bag technique. Peri hygiene ...

Catheter Teaching 2478

SN assessed portacath insertion site every visit. SN instructed s/sx to report to SN / MD such as redness, pain, puffiness around port, drainage from ...

Catheter Teaching 2249

Instructed patient it’s important to routinely clean catheters to prevent infections. Wash your hands well before and after you handle your catheter. ...

Catheter Teaching 1954

SN instructed patient on signs of central catheter problems. The signs of catheter infection and problems are similar for all types of central venous ...

Catheter Teaching 1754

Instructed patient call your nurse right away if you have any of the following: Signs of infection at the catheter site (pain, redness, drainage, burn...

Catheter Teaching 1753

Instructed patient a secure, clean and intact dressing is essential to prevent catheter migration and infection. Never pull on the catheter. Protect t...

Catheter Teaching 1634

SN instructed patient/cg if you notice leakage of bile around the biliary tube, this may be a sign that the catheter is blocked, call your nurse.

Catheter Teaching 1633

SN instructed patient/CG keep the skin around your biliary catheter dry. You can take showers if you cover the area with plastic wrap. If the area doe...

Catheter Teaching 1625

Patient with biliary catheter SN instructed patient when to call the doctor or go to emergency: Active bleeding at the drain site that does not stop a...

Catheter Teaching 1624

Patient with biliary catheter instructed patient do not eat after midnight on the night before your procedure. You may have sips of water with your me...