Urinary catheter insertion - males:

        

Urinary catheterization is a procedure used to collect a sterile urine sample or to remove urine from the bladder. It may be intermittent, also called an “in and out,” or it may be retained in the bladder for urine drainage on a continual basis. Urinary catheter insertion in a male requires techniques that, of course, are not necessary with female catheterization.

Ensure that sterility of all tools and work areas is maintained at all times. The urethra and bladder are naturally sterile areas, but a contaminated catheter or if the genitals have not been properly cleansed can introduce bacteria, causing infection.

With the foreskin of the penis retracted, cleanse the prepuce. Anesthetic gel should be inserted into the glans penis (dilating the prepuce so that the meatus is exposed) and the urethra. At this point, use several aseptic swabs to cleanse the meatus.

Lubricate the catheter (about eight inches) and insert it into the penis, straightening the urethra by grasping it, pulling it into an upward (somewhat backward) position. Do not force the catheter; use a continuous, smooth motion. Advance the catheter until the urine begins to flow, the collect the specimen. If you are inserting a Foley catheter, advance it about two more inches to ensure that the balloon is in the appropriate position. Inflate the balloon with sterile water to hold it in place then connect it to the drainage system. Attach it to the patient’s outer thigh, slightly curving the catheter as you do so, using hypoallergenic adhesive.

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