Chapters Transcript 1 BD SureStep™ Foley Catheter Utilization and Introduction mm. Hmm. Yeah. Healthcare associated infections or H. A. I. R. A. Concern for patients and healthcare providers alike. Catheter associated urinary tract infections or C. A. U. T. I. S. Are among the most common H. A. I. S. According to data published by the Us Department of Health and Human Services Cottages are associated with increased morbidity, mortality length of stay, antibiotic use and costs of more than $500 million dollars annually. Aseptic procedures and proper catheter maintenance play an important role in helping mitigate the risk of kati. This instructional video will provide a step by step demonstration of an aseptic technique used to categorize male and female patients with the sure step fully trade system. The sure step fully trace system provides step by step instructions to help standardize and search and technique. The demonstration of the sure step fully catheter tray will be followed with a description of some important techniques related to ongoing foley catheter care maintenance and urine sample collection. A foley catheter should be placed only when necessary and discontinued when it is no longer required. Prior to placing the foley catheter, obtain a physician order and confirm the patient meets appropriate indications. Per CDC guidelines or hospital policy for indwelling urethral catheter. Use the key recommendations for appropriate indications that are consistent with the CDC guidelines are listed on the front of the sure step, fully catheter tray, choose the sure step. Foley catheter tray which best meets the needs of the patient. Use the smallest fully catheter possible that provides good drainage. If the close monitoring of urine output is required. Select a pre connected closed system urine meter tray. Likewise, if the patient requires continuous temperature monitoring, a temperature monitoring fully catheter system may be selected. Catheterization should always be preceded by an explanation to and consent by the patient. A patient family education card provided in both english and spanish is included within the foley catheter tray to inform them on what it means to have a foley and how they properly care for or maintain their catheter to help prevent copies, ensure the patient's privacy by closing the door to the room and or drawing the curtain. The first step required in any invasive procedure is an antiseptic hand wash hand Antiseptics compliance is a simple yet critical defense measure that protects both the patient and the caregiver. Always follow and comply with your institutions rules and procedures. After thoroughly washing hands, don clean gloves and preparation for pre cleansing of the perennial area, mm hmm. Created by
