milestone 2 version B Continuous bladder irrigation
milestone 2 version B Continuous bladder irrigation - ANSWER-A three-way (lumen) irrigation is used to decrease bleeding and to keep the bladder free from clots— one lumen is for inflating the balloon (30 mL); one lumen is for instillation (inflow); one lumen is for outflow. Continuous irrigation may be used with TURP. The amount of fluid recovered in the drainage bag must equal the amount of fluid instilled -- secondary hemorrhage may occur from overdistension If the patient complains of pain, the tubing is examined. The drainage system is irrigated with irrigating fluid (usually 50 mL), if indicated and prescribed, to clear any obstruction. Continuous bladder irrigation or bladder wash out is performed to help prevent urinary tract obstruction by flushing out small blood clots that may form after prostate or bladder surgery such as TURP or TURBT.
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