Instructions
You are an intern on a surgical ward. Reginald Ashworth, 81, was admitted two days ago unable to pass urine. A catheter drained 1100 mL. His kidney function is normal. He started tamsulosin and is going home today with the catheter until a trial without it in two weeks.
Explain catheter care and the management plan to Mr Ashworth
- You do not need to take a history or examine the patient
- A leg bag and a night bag are on the table