Results of the audit of indwelling urinary catheter audits in residents receiving care in North Lancashire Anita Watson

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) make up a large proportion of HCAIs in the UK. Diagnosis of a UTI can be difficult. Patients can be given inappropriate antibiotics leading to other complications. 4 out of 5 UTI can be traced to indwelling urinary catheters with some of these cases going on to develop bloodstream infection. There is the opportunity for improving the quality of patients’ lives and saving precious healthcare resources by reducing the occurrence of catheter associated UTIs. Background

Local study NHS North Lancashire carried out a point prevalence study/questionnaire to all local independent care providers. The study was done on 8th July The study included the numbers of urinary catheters being used and the responsible person for delivering the catheter care in residential and domiciliary settings. 62 responses were received with 1688 people receiving care from these providers.

Sample of questionnaire

Do you perform risk assessment/review of the need for a urinary catheter?

The number of staff trained in the ongoing care/management of urinary catheters

Any questions?