Incidence of urinary tract infections in patients with short-term indwelling urethral catheters: A comparison between a 3-day urinary drainage bag change and no change regimens

2003 ◽  
Vol 31 (1) ◽  
pp. 9-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anuwat Keerasuntonpong ◽  
Wannasit Thearawiboon ◽  
Anchalee Panthawanan ◽  
Thepnimitr Judaeng ◽  
Kanjana Kachintorn ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Urinary Tract ◽  
Urinary Tract Infections ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Urinary Drainage ◽  
Tract Infections

Survey of Patients' Knowledge and Opinions regarding the Use of Indwelling Urinary Catheters

2011 ◽  
Vol 32 (2) ◽  
pp. 174-176 ◽  
Author(s):  
Steven F. Greer ◽  
Ajay K. Sethi ◽  
Michelle T. Hecker ◽  
Brandy L. McKinney ◽  
Donald M. Dumford ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Urinary Tract ◽  
Patient Education ◽  
Urinary Tract Infections ◽  
Catheter Placement ◽  
Urinary Catheters ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Tract Infections

In a survey of patients with short-term indwelling urinary catheters, 47% were aware that catheters cause urinary tract infections, 89% believed that catheters were not overused, and 68% preferred catheter placement rather than use of a bedside commode, bedpan, or diaper. Patient education is needed regarding the risks of urinary catheters.

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