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Suprapubic Catheter Home Care Instructions You will be going home with a suprapubic, (SP) catheter in place. This handout is to help you understand how to care for it. A nurse will talk to you about

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1. Gather necessary supplies: sterile gloves, antiseptic solution, clean catheter kit, drainage bag, and clean towels.
2. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before starting the procedure.
3. Clean the area around the catheter insertion site with an antiseptic solution, using gentle circular motions.
4. Put on sterile gloves to prevent any infections during the process.
5. Open the clean catheter kit and familiarize yourself with its contents.
6. Carefully remove the old dressing or tape from the catheter insertion site, being cautious not to tug or pull on the catheter itself.
7. Cleanse the catheter insertion site with an antiseptic solution and let it dry completely. Avoid touching the area once it is clean.
8. Following the kit instructions, prepare the new catheter for insertion.
9. Slowly and gently remove the old catheter while simultaneously inserting the new catheter into the bladder through the same opening.
10. Once the new catheter is in place, secure it in its proper position using adhesive or sterile tape provided in the kit.
11. Connect the drainage bag to the end of the catheter, ensuring a secure and leak-free connection.
12. Ensure that the drainage bag is positioned lower than the bladder to allow effective drainage.
13. Double-check that all connections are secure and tighten as needed.
14. Dispose of any used materials, such as gloves and packaging, in a proper waste receptacle.
15. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after completing the procedure.

Who needs suprapubic catheter home care:

1. Individuals who have undergone certain surgical procedures such as bladder neck surgery or prostate surgery, resulting in urinary retention or incontinence.
2. Patients with bladder or urinary tract dysfunction due to conditions such as spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, or stroke may require suprapubic catheterization.
3. People with certain congenital abnormalities or obstructions in the bladder or urinary tract may need a suprapubic catheter to assist with proper urine drainage.
4. Patients with chronic urinary retention or those who are unable to effectively empty their bladder may benefit from suprapubic catheter home care.
5. In some cases, suprapubic catheterization may be recommended as a temporary solution during the recovery period after certain urinary surgeries.

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