Title: Caring For Clients With Bladder & Urethra Disorders
Course: PRN 0382C Med/Surge Life Span III > Section: Module 4: Caring For Clients With Bladder & Urethra Disorders

Introduction

This module will continue the topic of urinary conditions. Topics discussed will include cystitis, bladder stones and tumors. Urinary drains, retention, incontinence and bladder training will be explained. Urinary diversion procedures will be described.

Objectives

Upon completion of this module, the student will be able to:

Describe the symptoms and management of cystitis.
Review urinary catheters and care.
Identify nursing care related to drains and urinary drainage tubes following surgery.
Explain urinary retention, incontinence and bladder training.
Discuss urinary diversion procedures.

Standards

This Module maps to the following Standards:

38.01: Identify signs and symptoms of disease/disorders of the body systems.
38.02: Identify diagnostic tests used in the treatment of diseases/disorders of the body systems.
38.03: Identify medications used in the treatment of diseases/disorders of the body systems.
38.04: Identify nutritional needs of patients with diseases/disorders of the body systems.
38.11: Care for the patient with urinary disease/disorder.
41.01: Adapt nursing care for the pediatric patient.
41.05: Identify signs and symptoms of common disorders/diseases.

Readings & Resources

Timby & Smith, (2010), Introductory Medical-Surgical Nursing, 10th  edition, Chapter 59

Additional Resources

Web Link: Cystitis (http://www.rayur.com/cystitis-definition-causes-symptoms-diagnosis-and-treatment.html)
Interstitial Cystitis  (http://www.fairview.org/healthlibrary/Article/82989)