Precautions for using external drainage bags

Choose the right drainage bag: Choose the right drainage bag according to the specific situation of the patient. In general, patients with small surgical sites can choose a small drainage bag, and patients with large surgical sites need to choose a large drainage bag.

Keep the drainage bag clean: The drainage bag should be kept clean to avoid bacterial infection. Wash and disinfect before use, and replace drainage bags and tubes regularly during use to avoid fluid accumulation and bacterial growth.

Ensure the tightness of the drainage bag: The drainage bag should be kept sealed to avoid leakage. Before use, check whether the drainage bag and the drainage tube are securely connected to avoid leaks between the drainage bag and the drainage tube.

Pay attention to the location of the drainage bag: the drainage bag should be placed below the patient to avoid the drainage bag higher than the patient's position, resulting in poor drainage or reflux. At the same time, the drainage bag should be placed in a dry place to avoid moisture in the drainage bag.

Observe the drainage: In the process of use, it is necessary to pay more attention to the liquid level in the drainage bag and replace the drainage bag in time.

Technical training of doctors is required before use: The use of drainage bags needs to be operated by professionally trained doctors.

Pay attention to the specification during use: pay attention to the specification during use, and use it correctly according to the instruction manual.

One-time use, do not reuse: The drainage bag is a one-time use, do not reuse.

Damaged package, do not use: If found damaged package, do not use.

If the product has passed the disinfection expiration date on the bag, do not use: If the product has passed the disinfection expiration date on the bag, do not use.

Do not dispose of it after use: Do not dispose of it after use, and dispose of it strictly in accordance with the treatment method of medical waste.

The drainage bag should be stored in a clean environment with no extrusion, good ventilation, dry and cool, relative humidity less than 80%, and no corrosive gas: The drainage bag should be stored in a clean environment with no extrusion, good ventilation, dry and cool, relative humidity less than 80%, and no corrosive gas.