Abstract
In a survey of patients with short-term indwelling urinary catheters, 47% were aware that catheters cause urinary tract infections, 89% believed that catheters were not overused, and 68% preferred catheter placement rather than use of a bedside commode, bedpan, or diaper. Patient education is needed regarding the risks of urinary catheters.
Publication types
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Aged
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Aged, 80 and over
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Catheters, Indwelling / adverse effects*
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Catheters, Indwelling / statistics & numerical data
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Cross Infection / etiology
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Cross Infection / psychology*
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Female
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Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice*
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Health Surveys
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Humans
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Urinary Tract Infections / etiology