URINARY CATHETER INSERTION AND CARE (Urethral and SPC)
This course will provide fundamental skills and rationales relating to the insertion of a male IDC and for confidently managing the care of patients with IDCs/SPCs. It is suitable for registered nurses, enrolled nurses, midwives and students. Accreditation will vary between workplaces and is the responsibility of the participant and workplace. No credentialing is associated with this course. Credentialing service available - additional costs apply.
Topics include:
• Overview of anatomy and physiology
• Indications for urinary catheterisation
• Selecting catheters and drainage systems
• Nursing care of the patient with a catheter in situ and prevention of complications
• Clinical Skills
• Male catheterisation technique
• Abdominal Palpation
• Bladder Scanner
• Supra Pubic Catheter
• Anatomy of insertion
• Pertinent management and care
• Troubleshooting
• Changing
• Trial of void: preparation, success, failure
NEXT AVAILABLE COURSES:
FRIDAY JULY 24, 2026 (0900-1500) - credentialing full
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 11, 2026 (0900-1500) - credentialing full
FRIDAY November 13, 2026 (0900-1500) & limited credentialing available
Cost: $280 pp Early bird payment received one month prior to course (otherwise $310 pp)
*Credentialing not performed on day of course. Can be booked for after next course date $270pp.
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Location: 3 Springfield Rd Blackburn North (NewHope Baptist Church Hall)
CPD hours: 5.5
Group bookings accepted
Presenter/s: Kate Potter