Collecting a catheter specimen
RN OSCE practice station
Aseptic technique · 2 min to read · 8 min to perform
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Review the request, explain the procedure, describe collection and complete the specimen and care records.
Fatima NoorWill you need to take the tube out?
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Fatima Noor has a catheter and a current request for a urine specimen. Review the request, explain the procedure, describe collection and complete the specimen and care records. Casey can assist and the requesting GP is available.
What this station tests
- Use the sampling port and follow the device instructions.
- Allow the compatible disinfectant to work and dry before access.
- Label at the bedside and assign result follow-up.
Sources for the clinical content
- NHMRC: Australian Guidelines for the Prevention and Control of Infection in Healthcare
- ACSQHC: Communicating for Safety Standard
- Healthdirect: Catheter problems
- ACSQHC: Preventing and Controlling Infections Standard
An original practice scenario with invented patients. Not an exam question.