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While an 18-gauge, or a catheter measuring 0.234 inches (about 5.94 mm), used to be the standard, the development of short peripheral catheters with smaller but stronger walls made it possible to use a smaller size for a larger fluid flow.
Concerns About Your Modesty. If you are required to have an urinary catheter inserted and you are concerned about your modesty, you should take the following steps: 1.) Request that a female nurse or doctor insert your catheter and that no male medical personnel be present. 2.) Request that your catheter be inserted before they give you IV or medicine so you can make sure that your wishes are honored.