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Can i insert my own catheter? using the appropriate sterile processes e.g gloves, alcohol swabs e.t.c.
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Yes you Can: Yes you can if you have been shown how to do it and use sterility as you have mentioned But if you find resistance do not force as it can cause trauma and beeding.If not successful go to ER
Answered 6/6/2014
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