Urinary Catheterization

Smarick, Sean D.

doi:10.1016/b978-1-4557-0306-7.00208-7

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“…However, the presence of urine scald, skin breakdown or continued dehydration provides cause for urinary catheter placement with a sterile, closed collection system. (Smarick 2015). At least every 8 hours, the exposed catheter and external genitalia should be cleaned with a dilute chlorhexidine scrub, and the prepuce or vestibule should be rinsed and flushed five times with a dilute chlorhexidine solution (Smarick et al 2004).…”

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Hypertrophic osteodystrophy in dogs

Selman¹,

Millard²

2021

J of Small Animal Practice

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Hypertrophic osteodystrophy is an uncommon orthopaedic disease that affects young, growing dogs.Aetiology is currently unknown; however, several unproven etiologies have been theorised in the literature including canine distemper virus, previous vaccination, hereditary causes and auto-immune disorders. Affected animals often present with varying degrees of lameness, lethargy, pyrexia and/ or distal metaphyseal swelling of affected limbs. An index of suspicion is based on clinical signs.Confirmation is obtained with radiographs of the affected limb(s) by the presence of a "double physis," or a radiolucent line that is parallel to the physis. Treatment varies depending on degree affected, but generally consists of anti-inflammatory steroids, pain medications, gastrointestinal support, nutritional management and appropriate supportive care. Critically affected patients require intensive monitoring and more aggressive supportive care for prevention of life-threatening sequalae.Prognosis is very favourable with mildly and moderately affected patients, but good to guarded in severely affected patients.

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Section: Husbandrymentioning

confidence: 99%

Hypertrophic osteodystrophy in dogs

Selman¹,

Millard²

2021

J of Small Animal Practice

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“…In the veterinary literature, Smarick (2009) reported that 10 to 52 per cent of cats and dogs develop UTIs. Prophylactic antibiosis is not recommended as this can lead to the growth of resistant bacteria (Ogeer-Gyles and others 2006).…”

Section: Managing Tubes and Linesmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Lubrication of the catheter can prevent trauma to the urethra and aid placement. A closed urine collection system should be attached to any indwelling urinary catheter so that urine output can be quantified and the risk of a UTI is reduced (Ogeer-Gyles and others 2006, CDC 2009, Smarick 2009). In addition, a closed system increases patient comfort by preventing leakage and urine scald.…”

Section: Managing Tubes and Linesmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Nursing critically ill patients in the intensive care unit

Haskey

2016

In Practice

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NURSINGCritically ill patients present a challenge to the whole veterinary team because they require invasive diagnostic tests, advanced procedures and intensive nursing care. It is important to start with an assessment of the patient to prioritise concerns and develop a care plan tailored for the individual. The nursing process involves the implementation and delivery of this plan, followed by evaluation of the nursing/treatments. This is a cyclical process that is repeated over and over again as the patient's key parameters are reassessed and a further plan is made. The aim of this article is to explore some key aspects of critical care nursing, including infection control and hand hygiene, the management of tubes and lines, and dealing with recumbent patients.

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