Bedpans and urinals are designed to take care of the urological needs of patients and the elderly who find it difficult to get out of bed. These items are designed to assist individuals both in lying down and sitting up. Portable urinals are an effective way of taking care of a bed-ridden male or female quickly and hygienically, and Bedpans with cover further add to hygiene. There are portable female urinals, portable male urinals, bedside urinals, bariatric urinals, plastic urinals, travel urinals, female bedpans, male bedpans, and much more available for your convenience. Find a variety of portable urinals and bedpans for men, women, and children at HPFY.
What is a Portable Urinal?
A urinal is designed to take care of the urological needs of patients and the elderly who find it difficult to get out of bed. Portable urinal assists individuals to urinate while lying down or sitting up. The use of a disposable urinal system is an effective way of taking care of a bed-ridden patient in a quick and hygienic manner. Another urological device used to help a bedridden patient is a bedpan. Bedpans are used to collect feces or urine. Bedpans can either be reusable or non-reusable and often come in different styles. A bedpan with a cover further adds to hygiene. At HPFY, we offer portable female urinals, portable male urinals, bedside urinals, bariatric urinals, plastic urinals, travel urinals, female bedpans, male bedpans, bed pans with cover, and more at the best prices.
We also offer kidney stone collectors, specimen collection bowls, bedpan liners, and more. Manufacturers featured here include Grahm Field, McKesson, Advantage Urinal System, Medegen Medical, etc.
How to Use a Bedpan?
Preparations to make before using a bedpan or urinal -
- Gather the following -
- Run and dry warm water over the bedpan. A metal bedpan retains heat, so make sure it is not too hot before placing it under the patient.
- Apply baby powder on the edges of the bedpan to make it easier to slip under the patient.
Types of Urinal
- Urinal for Men - We have portable urinal for men, which are lightweight and easy to use, and clean. They have a handle to provide a sturdy grip and are designed to prevent accidental spills with a snap-on lid. The Carex bedside urinal has graduation marks to measure output up to 35 ounces, and Mckesson male urinal can hold up to 32 ounces of fluid. It also features a hole opening angled for use and ribbed bottom for strength. The URSEC spill-proof urinal has a wide, stable base for easy positioning and a large ergonomic glow-in-the-dark handle. Male urinal systems are also a convenient way of handling urinary problems, particularly incontinence. The Comfort male urinal systems comprise a urinal, a tube, and a collection bag. The benefit of this urinal system is an empty urinal all the time. Also available are Urocare urinal kits and suspensory washable male urinal from Mabis DMI. The latter, the men’s urinal, has a rubber sheath connected to a 20 oz leg bag. The urinal features a one-way valve to prevent fluid reflux.
- Portable Urinal for Women- Female urinal issues is resolved with the Comfort urinal system designed to reduce falls, caregiver workload, odor, spills, briefs, and catheter use, saving time and promoting user dignity and independence. The Carex bedside urinal for women is a plastic urinal, lightweight and user-friendly but without a Snap-on lid. The URSEC urinal from Providence Spill proof has models for women users, too. It is a reusable urinal with an anti-reflux system to prevent spills, and it will not leak even if it rolls over in the bed. These female urinals help fight nosocomial infections and reduce the need for frequent disinfecting.
- Unisex Portable Urinals - Unisex urinals are designed so that they can fit both male and female anatomy. The TravelJohn disposable urinal makes an ideal travel urinal for both men and women and is helpful in circumstances when there is no clean restroom available. An inner pouch of a biodegradable polymer substance absorbs liquid waste and turns it into a spill-proof, odorless gel.
What are the different types of Bedpans?
Health Products For You brings to you a variety of bedpans to solve your urological problems. There are bedpans for males, female, bedpans for bariatric patients, fracture bedpans and pontoon bedpans.
- Bariatric Bedpans: Bariatric bedpans are specially designed to meet the requirements of bariatric patients. Products like Comfortpan bariatric bedpan can support up to 1200 pounds. Its revolutionary design comfortably cradles the hips of the user and prevents spills.
- Fracture Bedpans: Fracture bedpans have a tapered end in the front so that they can easily slide under the hips. They have a wedge-like shape with a lower urine collection bowl. Many of them have a handle for easy handling and placement, which can also be helpful for a female bedpan. These bedpans do not require much patient movement and are very comfortable for patients with fractures, missing limbs, and limited or no mobility.
- Pontoon Bedpans: Pontoon bedpans feature a recessed tailbone area and smooth edges for extra comfort for the user. Their wider front rim can be used as a handgrip to stabilize and remove the pan and can also be helpful as a male bedpan. The rear part is designed with an overhang to contain the content even during transport.
Urinal for Men and Women - Frequently Asked Questions
1. How to help patients to use a bedpan?
- Wear disposable gloves.
- To protect the bed from spills, put a waterproof pad under the buttocks of the individual.
- If the healthcare provider approves it, slightly lift the head of the bed.
- With one hand, support the lower back of the patient, and with the other, place the curved edge of the bedpan under the individual's buttocks.
- Raise the head of the bed until the person is in a seated position. An upright position helps ease bowel movement and urination.
- If possible, offer privacy to the user. If the person is fragile, do not leave him alone.
- Lower the head of the bed when the person is done. Ask the person to lift his buttocks. Brace the individual's lower back with one hand. With the other, carefully remove the bedpan. Cover the bedpan and place it on a chair with a towel.
2. How to Place a Bedpan under a Patient?
- Put on disposable medical gloves.
- Roll the person to one side. To safeguard the bed against spills, place a waterproof pad under the person's buttocks.
- Place the bedpan under the buttocks of the person.
- With one hand on the bedpan, gently roll the person onto the bedpan.
- If permitted, raise the head of the bed a little. It helps ease urinating and bowel movements.
- Offer privacy to the individual whenever possible. If the person is fragile, do not leave them alone.
- Lower the bed when the person is done and roll the person to his side just enough to remove the bedpan.
- Cover the bedpan and place it over a towel on a chair.
3. How to help a person use urinals?
- Put on medical gloves and ask the patient to put the urinal between their legs.
- Help the person spread their legs.
- Note: If the patient is a male, please help them place their penis onto the opening of the urinal
- Hold the urinal in position while they urinate and gently remove it once they're done.
- Gently wipe the perineal area using a damp washcloth, and clean from front to back for female patients. Dry the area once the cleaning is done.
4. How do you clean a Bedpan or Urinal?
- Empty the bedpan or urine bottle into a toilet
- Clean the urinal or bedpan using soap and water
- Disinfect the toileting accessories
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FAQ's
Frequently asked questions
A bedpan is a portable device made of metal, glass, ceramic or plastic receptacle that is used for toileting facilities for patients who are bed-ridden or have limited mobility.
Bedpan, which is reusable, should be washed thoroughly after each use. This helps it stay clean of germs and also keeps it free from odor. It needs to be cleaned with hot soapy water followed by an anti-bacterial spray. Toilet bowl-cleaning products that contain bleach and anti-bacterial ingredients can also be used for its cleaning.
Gently roll the user on his side. Clean buttocks with toilet paper and then wipe the area thoroughly using a wet washcloth or wet wipes. You could also use soap and water. If the patient is a female, clean with a front-to-back motion. Pat or wipe dry the area between the legs.
