Suprapubic Urinary Catheterisation

The course is aimed at all Nurses caring for patients requiring suprapubic urinary catheterisation. 

Duration: 3.5 hours

Course Content

• What is suprapubic catheterisation?
• Indications for use
• Contradictions of insertion
• Advantages and disadvantages
• Limitations of use
• How to insert a suprapubic catheter
• Post operative care
• Complications
• How to change a suprapubic catheter

Assessment Method: Competency document provided with first signature from trainer.

Learning Outcomes: To provide knowledge and skills for candidates to be able to practise the procedure of suprapubic urinary catheterisation under supervision until they become competent.