Article
Best Practices in Urinary Catheter Care
Home Healthcare Nurse
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2010
Disciplines
Abstract
Urinary catheterization is a common healthcare intervention used to manage urinary dysfunction that poses serious associated risks and complications. This article discusses methods of urinary catheterization and their indications, catheter-associated complications, and assessment and management strategies that home healthcare practitioners can employ to ensure best patient outcomes and minimize complications.
Published Citation
Herter, R. & Kazer M. W. [Wallace] (June 2010). Best Practices in Urinary Catheter Care. Home Healthcare Nurse, 28(6), 342-349.
DOI
10.1097/NHH.0b013e3181df5d79
Peer Reviewed
Citation Information
Rebecca Herter and Meredith Wallace Kazer. "Best Practices in Urinary Catheter Care" Home Healthcare Nurse Vol. 28 Iss. 6 (2010) Available at: http://works.bepress.com/meredith_wallacekazer/12/
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