Intra-Abdominal Pressure Monitoring Intra-abdominal pressure monitoring measures the pressure in the abdominal compartment. It can be assessed indirectly in the patient with an indwelling urinary catheter by measuring the pressure…
Internal Fixation Management In internal fixation, also known as surgical reduction or open reduction–internal fixation, the doctor implants fixation devices to stabilize the fracture. Internal fixation devices include nails, screws,…
Intermittent Urinary Catheterization Intermittent (straight) urinary catheter insertion involves inserting a temporary catheter into the bladder to drain urine. In contrast with an indwelling urinary catheter, an intermittent catheter is…
Intermittent Positive-Pressure Breathing Intermittent positive-pressure breathing (IPPB) delivers room air or oxygen into the lungs at a pressure higher than atmospheric pressure. This delivery ceases when pressure in the mouth…
Intermittent Infusion Device Insertion Also called a saline lock, an intermittent infusion device consists of a catheter with an injection cap attached. Filled with saline solution to prevent blood clot…
Intermittent Infusion Device Drug Administration An intermittent infusion injection device, or saline lock, eliminates the need for multiple venipunctures or for maintaining venous access with a continuous IV infusion. This…
Indwelling Urinary Catheter Irrigation Irrigation of the bladder shouldn’t be done routinely. If an obstruction is anticipated, closed continuous irrigation may be used to prevent it. (See “Continuous bladder irrigation,”…
Indwelling Urinary Catheter Insertion Also known as a Foley or retention catheter, an indwelling urinary catheter remains in the bladder to provide continuous urine drainage. A balloon inflated at the…
Indwelling Urinary Catheter Care and Removal Intended to prevent infection and other complications by keeping an indwelling or Foley catheter insertion site clean, routine catheter care typically is performed after…
Incontinence Management, Urinary In elderly patients, urinary incontinence commonly follows any loss or impairment of urinary sphincter control. The incontinence may be transient or permanent. In all, about 10 million…
