❇️ Types of Catheters & Their Indications: ▶️ Foley catheter Used for bladder drainage in urinary retention and for accurate urine output monitoring. The balloon anchors the catheter inside the bladder. ▶️ Central venous catheter (CVC) Inserted commonly into the internal jugular vein. Used in ICU settings for central venous pressure monitoring, administration of vasopressors, total parenteral nutrition, and long-term intravenous medications. ▶️ Dialysis catheter Placed preferably in the internal

💉 Foley Catheter Facts 🔍 What is a Foley catheter? A flexible tube inserted into the bladder to drain urine. ❓Why do we use them? Used for urinary retention, accurate urine output, or during surgeries to keep the bladder empty. 🧼 Inserting a catheter is a sterile technique Maintain strict sterile technique throughout insertion to prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs) What should you do if you meet resistance during Foley catheter insertion? #NursingSchool #NurseInTheMaking #ClinicalSkills #