Benefits of Bard Anti-Reflux Valve Urinary Drain Bag
- Bard bedside urinary drainage bag features a latex-free EZ-LOK Sampling Port, reducing needlestick injury risks and allowing needle-free aspiration
- The collection system is bacteriostatic, with an antimicrobial agent to repel CAUTI-causing pathogens
- Ideal for patients with latex allergies, Bard urinary drainage bag comes with an anti-reflux dome
What to buy with Bard Urinary Drainage Bag
How to use Bard Bedside Urine Drainage Bag?
- Periodic inspection of the system ensures that urine is flowing freely and is not obstructed.
- Place the Bard drainage bag near the foot of the bed and below the level of the patient's hip.
- Drain tubing should be secured to the draw sheet with the sheeting clip to provide a continuous downward sloping path to the urinary drainage bag.
- When transporting the patient, do not place Bard catheter bags on the abdomen or between the patient's legs.
- Excess tubing should be arranged to permit "straight line" drainage or coiled in a manner that does not allow the tubing to kink or fall below the level of the urinary drainage bag.
- To promote optimum drainage, position the drainage tubing over the patient leg. This is especially important if the patient is obese.
- Never allow the Bard Drain bag to be placed on the floor.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is a Bedside Urine Drainage Bag used for?
Ans: Bedside Urine Drainage Bags are medical devices designed to collect and store urine from patients who may have difficulty using a regular toilet.
2. How do I properly position a Bedside Urine Drainage Bag?
Ans: Place the bag near the foot of the bed and below the patient's hip level to ensure effective urine drainage.
3. Can a patient be moved with a Bedside Urine Drainage Bag in place?
Ans: Yes, patients can be transported with the bag, but it should not be placed on the abdomen or between the legs for comfort and safety.
4. How often should I inspect the Bedside Urine Drainage Bag for proper function?
Ans: Periodically inspect the system to ensure urine flows freely, typically every few hours or as directed by healthcare providers.
5. Are Bedside Urine Drainage Bags suitable for patients with latex allergies?
Ans: Yes, many Bedside Urine Drainage Bags, like the Bard IC Infection Control Urine Drainage Bag, are latex-free, making them suitable for patients with latex allergies.
