Introduction:

Late infection is a possible complication an artificial urinary sphincter´s implant the most accepted method to treat urinary incontinence secondary to radical prostatectomy. If this happens, the prosthesis must be removed, and a urinary catheter was placed. Then, the patient becomes a urinary catheter home carrier prone to acquire urinary tract infections as a result of carelessness.

Objective:

To develop educational interventions so that these patients acquire dexterity to manage the urinary catheter and thus, prevent the possible associated infections.

Development:

A case of an 80 years old male carrying a urinary catheter temporarily substituting an artificial urinary sphincter is addressed. The nursing diagnosis assessment is performed. The patient demonstrates Insufficient knowledge related to the management of the device. Educational interventions addressing the situation are planned. After the implementation of the strategy, the patient improves his knowledge of urinary catheter management.

Conclusions:

Health education is an infection risk prevention tool that can address the management of urinary catheters in-home patients, improving the effectiveness of the related treatments. It is essential to identify the needs of the patients and help address them through educational interventions to enhance self-care and prevent possible complications.