Genitourinary: Urinary Catheters And Routine Indwelling Catheter Care

Urinary catheters are commonly used to allow urine to drain out of the bladder. The most common types of urine catheters are straight, indwelling, and suprapubic catheters. Indwelling catheters consist of a balloon, tubing, and a drainage bag and can have two or three lumens. Providing good care for indwelling catheters is important to prevent urinary tract infections.