Catheterization is the emptying the bladder with the use of a sterile catheter.
Indications:
1. Urinary retention due to surgery, childbirth or trauma of the urinary tract.
2. Pre-operative measure as a precaution to prevent possible surgical error in identifying abdominal organs.
3. Collection of urine specimen for diagnosis.
4. Adjust for bladder irrigation and instillation.
5. Other urinary disturbances: Incontinence, polyuria, dysuria, oliguria and enuresis.
Procedure:
1. Secure doctor's order for catheterization to make sure that drug being administered and the patient being attended is the right one.
