Nephrostomy Teaching 2282

Nephrostomy

Instructed patient always wash your hands before and after changing the bag from the nephrostomy tube. If another person is assisting with changing your bag they must wear disposable gloves and protective eyewear. Ensure that tube is kept straight and not bent to allow proper flow of urine

Last updated May 12, 2018

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