The benefits of irrigation in catheter care

Gates, A.

Professional Nurse 16(1): 835-838

2000


ISSN/ISBN: 0266-8130
PMID: 12029720
Document Number: 515452
'Bladder washout' is a misnomer, as it is the catheter that is being washed. Urinary catheters can cause significant physical and psychological problems. Although nurses are responsible for urinary catheter maintenance, there is a lack of knowledge in some areas. Some urological practices have been based on historical practice rather than evidence.

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