Medline Two-Way Silicone-Elastomer Coated Coude Tip Latex Foley Catheter - 10cc Balloon Capacity

Features of Medline Silicone Coated Foley Catheter

• Features large smooth drainage eyes for maximum comfort and drainage
• Symmetrical balloon for added reliability
• It has a silicone-elastomer coating that resists encrustation
• Oval shaped eyes are large and offer maximum and efficient urine drainage
• Sterile silicone urinary catheter

Medline Two-Way Coude-Tip Foley catheter SDS

What to buy with Medline Latex Coude Foley Catheter

• Medline Leg Bag With Comfort Straps And Twist Valve Drainage Port
• Medline Catheter Leg Straps
• Medline Pre Connected Vinyl Intermittent Catheter Tray

What are the causes of UTI and how to prevent it?

Urinary tract infection Causes:

• It occurs when bacteria gets into your bladder or kidneys, causing symptoms such as painful urination, more frequent urination, lower abdominal pain or pressure, blood in your urine, or fever
• When a catheter is passed through the urethra, it can pick up bacteria from the skin and push them into the bladder where they can grow and multiply, especially if the urine remains in the bladder for a prolonged amount of time

Preventive Measures:

Although it is very difficult to prevent all urinary tract infections, a large number can be avoided by practicing good preventive measures

• Hand hygiene remains the first and most important preventive measure
• Be diligent about cleaning your hands with foam soap hand cleanser before and after catheter insertion
• Empty your bladder at least once every six hours
• Drink enough fluids to keep the urine volume between 300-400 ml (about 1-1/2 cups) at each catheterization
• Avoid bubble baths
  • If you develop a fever (temperature over 100 degrees F) and have other symptoms of a urinary tract infection, contact your healthcare provider.
  • Be prepared with information such as your temperature, current symptoms, whether you have any allergies to antibiotics, and which antibiotics have worked well in the past