Hollister Female Urinary Pouch
Key Features:
- Contains drain valve that permits the user to empty the pouch or leg bag without getting fingers wet
- Transparent film provides a clear view that helpssimplify application
- Odor-barrier film helps manage odor effectively
- Includes tape strips, Adapt paste and skin gel wipe
Urinary Pouch Stands Out:
- Indwelling catheters, which may be associated with increasedrisk of urinary tract infections
- Absorbent pads and diapers, which may affect patient dignity,allow for compromised skin integrity, and may requirefrequent changes
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Sizing the Pouch:
- Measure the perineal area between the labia majora and minora side-to-side and lengthwise,from the top of the labia minora past the vaginal opening (Folding the barrier paperand holding near the perineal area may help to judge what modifications need to be madein the opening)
- Trace the dimensions of the length and diameter onto the paper backing of the FemaleUrinary Pouch
- Cut the opening with blunt edge scissors
Preparing the Patient:
- Thoroughly wash and dry the perineal area
- Do not apply any skin prep, powder, lotion or ointment to area
- Trim excess hair on the labia and mons area
- Adhesive paste may be applied to the skin between the vaginal opening and the anusto assure a smooth surface for pouch application
Application to the Patient:
- Close the capped end of the pouch
- Remove the paper backing from the adhesive side of the pouch
- With one hand, gently separate the labia majora from the minora, and with the other hand,apply the pouch adhesive side to the skin so the labia minora is centered in the opening
- Fold the adhesive barrier around the labia majora
- Hold the pouch in place by hand for about a minute (Warmth of hand and skin tissues helpsactivate the adhesive)
- Apply the paper tape strips to the edges of the pouch and the adjacent skin
- Uncap the pouch and attach tubing to a gravity drainage urine collector
