How do you prevent someone from pulling out a catheter? Essential strategies for caregivers
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According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), patients with cognitive impairments like dementia or delirium are at particularly high risk for catheter self-extraction. Understanding **how do you prevent someone from pulling out a catheter** is crucial to prevent serious trauma, urinary tract infections, and other complications associated with accidental or intentional removal.
