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2. Urine collection device - Wikipedia

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   Condom catheters, also known as male external catheters, urisheaths, or Texas catheters, are made of silicone or latex (depending on the brand/manufacturer) and cover the penis just like a condom but with an opening at the end to allow the connection to the urine bag. The sheath is worn over the penis and looks like a condom (hence the name ...

3. Foley catheter - Wikipedia

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   If the balloon still does not inflate after placement into the bladder, it is discarded and replaced. Urine stops flowing into the bag. The healthcare provider checks for correct positioning of the catheter and bag, or for obstruction of urine flow within the catheter tube. Urine flow is blocked. The Foley catheter must be discarded and replaced.

4. Urinary catheterization - Wikipedia

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   A catheter that is left in place for more than a short period of time is generally attached to a drainage bag to collect the urine. This also allows for measurement of urine volume. There are three types of drainage bags: The first is a leg bag, a smaller drainage device that attaches by elastic bands to the leg. A leg bag is usually worn ...

5. Urinalysis - Wikipedia

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   Samples can also be collected from a urinary catheter or by inserting a needle through the abdomen and into the bladder (suprapubic aspiration). [25] In infants and young children, urine may be collected into a bag attached to the genital region, but this is associated with a high risk of contamination. [8]

6. Port (medicine) - Wikipedia

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   A port catheter is passed through the tunnel where one end is attached to the chemport and another end is left hanging out near the IJV insertion site. The length of the hanging port catheter should be about 16 to 17 cm (or can be measured from the IJV insertion site until 2 cm below the sternal angle where the right atrium should begin).

7. Is sleeping on your back or side healthier? Experts reveal ...

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   When you sleep flat on your back, the force of gravity will pull more tissue (such as the tongue and soft palate) down into the airway, Augelli said. This can cause it to narrow and obstruct airflow.