Try: Use hip protectors to help reduce any damage to the hips from a fall
Materials: Hip protectors
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical
Information: n/a
References: how to care for someone at home after broken hip by staff writer 2011 available at www agedcarer com
Keywords: Hip broken hip hip surgery falls hip damage home safety
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
Try: Assemble all equipment catheter lubricant drainage receptacle container wash hands thoroughly with soap and water and clean the penis and opening of the urethra lubricate the catheter hold the penis on the sides perpendicular to the body begin to gently insert and advance the catheter resistance is needed when reaching the level of the prostate try to relax by deep breathing and continue to advance the catheter once the urine flow starts continue to advance the catheter another 1 inch hold it in place until the urine flow stops and the bladder is empty remove the catheter in small steps to make sure the entire bladder empties wash the catheter with soap and water i f the catheter is disposable discard it right away if it is reusable rinse the catheter completely and dry the outside store the catheter in a clean dry secure location record the amount of urine obtained as instructed by health care provider
Materials: n/a
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Gender, Male
Information: n/a
References: Urinary retention in adults diagnosis and initial management by selius ba subedi r am fam physician 2008;77 643-650
Keywords: Catheter urine bladder kidney urinary tract infection
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
Try: Assemble all equipment catheter lubricant drainage receptacle wash hands thoroughly with soap and water and clean the vulva and opening of the urethra lubricate the catheter locate the urethral opening the opening is located below the clitoris and above the vagina spread the lips of the vagina labia with the second and fourth finger while using the middle finger to feel for the opening begin to gently insert the catheter into the opening guide it upward as if toward the belly button once the catheter has been inserted about 2 – 3 inches past the opening urine will begin to flow once the urine flow starts continue to advance the catheter another 1 inch and hold it in place until the urine flow stops and the bladder is empty withdraw the catheter in small steps to make sure the entire bladder empties wash the catheter with soap and water if the catheter is disposable discard it right away if it is reusable rinse the catheter completely and dry the outside store the catheter in a clean dry secure location record the amount of urine obtained as instructed by health care provider
Materials: n/a
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Gender, Female
Information: n/a
References: Urinary retention in adults diagnosis and initial management by selius ba subedi r am fam physician 2008;77 643-650
Keywords: Catheter urine bladder kidney urinary tract infection
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
Try: Try performing catheterization standing up with one foot on the toilet especially in public bathrooms where sanitation is not assured
Materials: n/a
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Gender, Female
Information: n/a
References: Urinary retention in adults diagnosis and initial management by selius ba subedi r am fam physician 2008;77 643-650
Keywords: Catheter urine bladder kidney urinary tract infection public bathroom
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
Try: Soak the catheter in a white vinegar solution once a week to control odor and remove thick mucus deposits
Materials: White vinegar
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Personal
Information: n/a
References: Urinary retention in adults diagnosis and initial management by selius ba subedi r am fam physician 2008;77 643-650
Keywords: Catheter urine bladder kidney urinary tract infection
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
Try: Use a pressure mattress for increased comfort and to avoid pressure sores
Materials: Pressure mattress
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance, Immobile
Information: n/a
References: how to care for someone at home after broken hip 2011 available at www agedcarer com
Keywords: Hip broken hip hip surgery bed laying down pressure sores
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
Try: Use an electric bed to ease transferring in and out of bed without injuring the hip
Materials: Electric bed
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Personal, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance, Immobile
Information: n/a
References: how to care for someone at home after broken hip 2011 available at www agedcarer com
Keywords: Hip broken hip hip surgery bed laying down transferring
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
Try: Use a dressing stick shoe horn and sock aid for dressing
Materials: Dressing stick shoe horn sock aid
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Personal, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance
Information: n/a
References: how to care for someone at home after broken hip by staff writer 2011 available at www agedcarer com
Keywords: Hip broken hip hip surgery dressing bedroom home safety
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
Try: Use firm pillows for comfort and proper alignment of the hip when sleeping sitting and transferring
Materials: Firm pillows
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance
Information: n/a
References: how to care for someone at home after broken hip by staff writer 2011 available at www agedcarer com
Keywords: Hip broken hip hip surgery sleeping sitting transferring
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed
Try: Use a call bell to get help and a medical alarm system to notify family of a medical emergency
Materials: n/a
Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance, Immobile
Information: n/a
References: how to care for someone at home after broken hip 2011 available at www agedcarer com
Keywords: Hip broken hip hip surgery bed ridden emergency
*This information is listed as a Tip and is not explicitly medically licensed