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Efficacy of a Targeted Foley Catheter Education Program
Hannah Vigran1, Madison Krischak1, Amelia Khoei1
1Department of Urology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Journal of Surgical Education
|July 2, 2025
Summary
Surgical interns showed increased confidence in urinary catheter insertion and management after a 1-hour educational module. This training may improve troubleshooting skills and reduce common challenges like catheter discomfort.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Surgical Training
- Urology
Background:
- Surgical interns face challenges with urinary catheter insertion and management.
- Difficult placement and catheter discomfort are common issues encountered by trainees.
Purpose of the Study:
- To enhance surgical interns' confidence and competency in urinary catheter insertion and management.
- To address common challenges faced by interns during catheterization procedures.
Main Methods:
- A 1-hour educational session on urinary catheterization was delivered to surgical residents.
- Pre- and post-session surveys assessed confidence levels in catheter management.
- Catheter-related consultations to urology were analyzed before and after the educational intervention.
Main Results:
- Residents reported increased confidence in Foley catheter placement (3.04 to 3.92, p < 0.05).
- Knowledge of urethral anatomy and management of catheter discomfort significantly improved (p < 0.05).
- A decrease in urology consultations for catheter issues was observed post-intervention.
Conclusions:
- A Foley catheter educational module is feasible and can improve resident confidence.
- The training may enhance interns' catheter troubleshooting skills, reducing complications and consultations.
- Curricular interventions can effectively bolster intern competency in urinary catheter management.
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