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NURSE DRIVEN FOLEY CATHETER PROTOCOLBACKGROUND There are over 1.7 million hospital acquired infections in US hospitals annually, 40% of which are urinary tract infections. 80% of hospital acquired

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1. Ensure that you have gathered all the necessary supplies, including a clean foley catheter kit, gloves, antiseptic solution, lubricant, drainage bag, and a sterile drape.
2. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water, and put on the gloves to maintain a sterile environment.
3. Position the patient in a comfortable and appropriate position, either lying down or with legs slightly elevated.
4. Cleanse the perineal area with an antiseptic solution, starting from the urethral meatus and moving outward in a circular motion.
5. Open the foley catheter kit and be careful not to touch the sterile contents with non-sterile objects or gloved hands.
6. Drape the patient with a sterile drape, ensuring that only the necessary area is exposed.
7. Lubricate the catheter tip with a water-soluble lubricant to facilitate easier insertion.
8. Gently insert the catheter into the urethra until urine begins to flow. It is important to advance the catheter slowly and steadily to prevent trauma.
9. Once the catheter has reached the desired position, inflate the balloon with the recommended amount of sterile water as indicated on the catheter packaging.
10. Connect the drainage bag to the end of the catheter tubing, ensuring a secure connection that prevents leakage.
11. Position the drainage bag below the level of the bladder to aid in the flow of urine.
12. Document the procedure and the amount of urine drained, ensuring accurate record-keeping.

Who needs nurse-driven foley catheter:

1. Patients who are unable to empty their bladders effectively on their own due to various medical conditions such as urinary retention, neurogenic bladder, or post-operative care.
2. Individuals who require accurate measurement of urine output, such as critically ill patients or those undergoing certain medical treatments.
3. Patients with strict urinary output monitoring requirements, such as those undergoing fluid management protocols or drug therapies.

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