Changing Foley Catheter To Leg Bag

Although irrigating indwelling catheters may increase the risk of UTI these catheters are included in CAUTI surveillance.

Changing foley catheter to leg bag. Step-by-step instructions for the caregiver. The leg bag should only be disconnected from the catheter when the leg bag needs replacing eg. Use soap and water.

The first picture uses the V shape of a Foley catheter to catch on the securement device. Wash your hands with soap and water. Wash the band as often as needed.

Store the leg bag cap in a clean container or on a clean paper towel in the bathroom. Oct 29 2013. A fever suprapubic pain obvious bladder distention leakage around the Foley catheter or changes in hemodynamics are all signs that the Foley catheter needs to be unclamped immediately.

A catheter is often used by people with medical conditions that prevent normal urination. This video demonstrates how to change your Foley catheter drainage bag a plastic bag that collects your urine. It is either a regular large bag drainage bag or a small leg bag.

Grip the catheter at the join between the drainage tube and the inflation tube and grip the leg bag above the connector. To disconnect or change your drainage bag follow these steps. A large drainage bag is usually used during the night.

The manufacturers instructions for cleaning and disinfection and storage of nozzles and caps for reusable leg bags should be followed if available. Gather your supplies. The video describes the supplies you will need to clean and change your bag.