Patient Resources: Urinary System and Catheterization

To enhance patient education, we've developed a library of resources that help demonstrate the urinary system and intermittent catheterization.

Enhance Your Teaching with Our Videos and Patient Guides

Our collection of informative videos and guides is designed to be a valuable resource for both patients and healthcare professionals. As a healthcare professional, you can use these resources to enhance your patient education efforts by providing clear and visually engaging explanations of the urinary system and intermittent catheterization.

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  1. How your urinary system works Female

    This video provides a concise overview of the urinary system's anatomy and function. The upper tract (kidneys and ureters) filters waste from blood, forming urine. The lower tract (bladder and urethra) stores and eliminates urine. Sphincter muscles ensure continence.

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  2. How your urinary system works - For Men

    This video provides a concise overview of the urinary system's anatomy and function. The upper tract (kidneys and ureters) filters waste from blood,,forming urine. The lower tract (bladder and urethra) stores and eliminates urine. Sphincter muscles ensure continence.

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  3. How your bladder is controlled Female

    This video explores the fascinating connection between your brain and bladder. It explains how they work together to control urination, including how the bladder sends signals to the brain when it's full and how the brain coordinates bladder emptying.

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  4. How your bladder is controlled - For Men

    This video explores the fascinating connection between your brain and bladder. It explains how they work together to control urination, including how the bladder sends signals to the brain when it's full and how the brain coordinates bladder emptying.

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  5. How can bladder control be disrupted Female

    This video explores some of the challenges that can affect the urinary system, such as overactive bladder, weakened bladder muscles, and urinary retention. It explains how these issues can prevent the bladder from emptying properly, potentially leading to infections and kidney problems. The good news is that intermittent catheterization (IC) can be a simple and effective solution for managing these challenges. IC helps ensure complete bladder emptying, reducing the risk of complications and promoting overall urinary health.

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  6. How can bladder control be disrupted male

    This video explores some of the challenges that can affect the urinary system, such as overactive bladder, weakened bladder muscles, and urinary retention. It explains how these issues can prevent the bladder from emptying properly, potentially leading to infections and kidney problems. The good news is that intermittent catheterization (IC) can be a simple and effective solution for managing these challenges. IC helps ensure complete bladder emptying, reducing the risk of complications and promoting overall urinary health.

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  7. Starting intermittent catheterization Female

    This video provides an overview of intermittent catheterization (IC) for women, a method for managing bladder drainage. It explores the benefits of IC and highlights the importance of proper technique and equipment selection.

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  8. Starting intermittent catheterization Male

    This video offers a brief introduction to intermittent catheterization (IC) for men - a method for managing bladder emptying issues. It covers the benefits, who can use it, and getting started.

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  9. A Guide to Intermittent Catheterization for men

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    Intermittent catheterization (IC) can feel a bit overwhelming at first, but it's a skill that can significantly improve your quality of life. This booklet is here to help you understand the process and feel confident in your ability to do it.

  10. Intermittent Catheterization: A Step-by-Step Guide

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    Intermittent catheterization (IC) is a vital self-management technique for individuals with bladder dysfunction. By providing patients with the necessary knowledge and skills, healthcare providers can empower them to take control of their urinary health and improve their overall quality of life.

  11. UTI - a sequential explanation

    Watch this descriptive stepwise animation for a clear understanding of the sequential process of how a UTI occurs.

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  12. Managing Bladder Problems with MS

    Bladder issues can significantly impact the quality of life for people with MS. In this video, Sophia Starke, a clinical nurse specialist, discusses common bladder problems experienced by people with MS and offers practical strategies for managing them.

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