pediatrics
How To Catheterize the Bladder in a Female Child
Equipment for Bladder Catheterization: Female Child
Sometimes prepackaged kits are available; if not, equipment required typically includes Sterile drapes and gloves An absorbent underpad Antiseptic solution (eg,povidone-iodine,chlorhexidine) with application sticks, cotton balls, or gauze pads Sterile water-soluble lubricant (with or without 2%lidocaine) Sterile cup for collecting urine specimen Urethral catheter size varies with age: neonate (full term) to 6 months—5 to 6 French (Fr); infant or toddler—6 to 8 Fr; prepuberal child—10 to 12 Fr; adolescent—12 to 14 Fr Washcloth for removing antiseptic solution after the procedure 