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Can catheterization for utis be done by someone other than a doctor?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: A physician's assistant, a registered nurse, a licensed practical nurse, a health care assistant, etc. Patients can also be taught to catheterize themselves.

Dr Cattano agreed

Answered 6/3/2017

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