Question 1

how to remove 3 ways foley catheter ?

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Steps: Deflate the balloon
gently pull forward and out
no tugging make sure the balloon is really deflated

Question 2

what's a foley catheter infection?

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Bladder or urethral: Infection because germs travel up alongside or through the catheter. Hence we always try to remove Foley catheters as soon as possible, or even to try and avoid using them in the first place. However, they are usually inserted for sound medical reasons.

Question 3

training the bladder with a foley catheter?

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Need more Info: At your age its difficult to comprehend your question. Foley catheters are a major cause of bladder and kidney infections. Be careful.

Question 4

what are symptoms of infection with foley catheter?

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See below: The urine in the catheter tube can look cloudy.  There can be fever and pain above the pubic bone.  There can be an elevated WBC count.  Urinalysis and urine culture are best to confirm an infection if the patient has any symptoms.
You can have wbc's and bacteria in the urine if the catheter has been in long.  If no signs of infection-asymptomatic bacteriuria does not need rx.

Question 5

do you need a foley catheter for outpatient surgery?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Often not, but it would depend on the type of surgery that you are having, and if the urinary bladder needed to be empty during surgery, or if the surgery may be a longer procedure. Ask your surgeon before the surgery.

Question 6

does a foley catheter cause pain and infection always?

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No: A Foley catheter can cause urethral discomfort and bladder spasms, and can increase the risk for infection, but this is not always the case.  Current catheter systems are usually closed and have a lower infection rate, but the rate is still higher than no catheter at all.  Medications can be used to counter the pain, but removal of the catheter as soon as possible is best.

Question 7

what can cause prolonged bleeding after foley catheter?

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Urethral injury: Small tears can develop in the urethra after a Foley catheter is placed -- the bleeding can be worse if you are on a blood thinner.

Question 8

why does blood show up after a foley catheter is inserted?

Accepted Answer

Usually doesn't: Blood should not show up after Foley catheter insertion but sometimes it does.  This is usually due to the trauma of placing the catheter in which the catheter rubs up against the urethra causing irritiation. It should resolve quickly. If not, it may need to be evaluated.

Question 9

how long after surgery like cs must you wear a foley catheter?

Accepted Answer

Cesarean?: After a cesarean, the catheter can usually come out in less that 24 hours.

Question 10

can a pretty nurse inserting a foley catheter cause an erection ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It happens often with patients.  Nurses are aware of this and it's usually not a problem since it's not usually voluntary.

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