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In our PN program, we have always taught that a Foley balloon must be tested prior to insertion. Have just found out that Bard (makes most of catheters) does not recommend this, says they test each catheter at the factory. What do other schools teach their students about this?

Our school is planning to put video cameras in the labs where the students learn VS, catheters, injections, etc. to see how the students are progressing. Are there other schools out there that use this method? Any privacy issues here? Is this a common practice in other schools?

As a clinical instructor, I am glad to see Texasgirl comment about not using "normal". After all, what is normal for one person is not for the next one. We do use "within normal limits for resident" (we are doing beginning clinicals in a long term care facility. Do not use " 3 seconds", however. these symbols are easily misunderstood or used wrong. Use the words: less than 3 seconds, or more than 3 seconds. I do have a question: does your facility use the term " brisk/delayed" or "good/poor" for turgor?