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Implementing female external catheters in practice and educating students on their use
Penny Tremayne1, Catherine Arden1, Sophie Hibberd2
1School of Nursing and Midwifery, De Montfort University Leicester, Leicester, England.
Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|July 14, 2025
Summary
Female external catheters (FECs) offer a new option for managing urinary incontinence, reducing risks associated with traditional catheterization. This study reviews FEC use and their integration into nursing education.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Nursing Education
Background:
- Urethral catheterization poses significant risks, including catheter-associated urinary tract infections.
- Limited alternatives to indwelling urinary catheters existed previously, primarily continence pads.
- Female external catheters (FECs) have emerged as a recent advancement for managing urinary incontinence.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an overview of female external catheter (FEC) utilization in managing urinary incontinence.
- To describe the implementation of FEC education within an undergraduate nursing curriculum.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on FEC use for urinary incontinence management.
- Curriculum development and integration of FEC education for nursing students.
Main Results:
- FECs present an external, non-invasive method for urine collection and diversion via suction.
- The integration of FEC education into nursing programs aims to equip future nurses with knowledge of this alternative management strategy.
Conclusions:
- Female external catheters represent a promising alternative to traditional methods for urinary incontinence management in individuals with female anatomy.
- Incorporating FEC education into nursing curricula is crucial for promoting awareness and effective utilization of this technology.
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