Hollister Premier One-Piece Extended Convex Pre-cut Beige Drainable Pouch With Flextend Skin Barrier

Premier One-Piece Pouch with Flextend Barrier - Hollister Features

• Plastic belt tabs permit easy attachment of a belt to the pouch for additional security
• Odor-barrier rustle-free film
• Ideal for ileostomies or colostomies
• ComfortWear beige pouch panel- both sides
• Not made with natural rubber latex
• Easy to close
  • Simply roll it three times in the same direction, press from the middle out and feel the seal
  • Simple for all ostomy pouch users including those with vision and dexterity problems
• Easy to empty
  • Lightly pinch the sides of the leak-proof outlet for easy control of content flow
  • Firm reinforcing strips shut as soon as you stop pinching
  • Simple to control the content flow from the pouch
• Easy to clean
  • Simply clean the inside of the pouch tail by wiping it with a damp tissue

What to buy with Hollister Premier 1-Piece Drainable Pouch?

• Hollister Adapt Medical Adhesive Remover Spray
• Hollister Adapt Stoma Powder
• Bard Medi-Aire Biological Odor Eliminator
• C&S Daily Wear Close End Gray Ostomy Pouch Cover

How to Apply One-Piece Drainable Pouching System - Hollister?

Finding the right pouching system and learning how to use it correctly is important because the pouch and skin barrier of a one-piece system are applied and removed together. A one-piece pouching system can be very easy to use.

• To reviews how to change a one-piece pouch, first you will want to get your supplies ready
• You will need the following items to prepare your new pouch and put it on
• You will need the following items to prepare your new pouch and put it on
• A stoma sizing guide unless you are using a pre-sized pouching system
• A pen and a pair of scissors for marking and then cutting the skin barrier to the proper size if you are using a cut to fit skin barrier
• Your new pouch and a disposal bag for your used couch
• you will also need water and some tissues or paper towels for washing and drawing your skin
• If you are using ostomy accessories with your pouch, you will need to get those out and ready at this time
• After you've assembled all the supplies you are ready to prepare your new pouching system
• If you are using a cut to fit skin barrier draw the pattern of your stoma onto the backing of the skin barrier
• To avoid cutting the pouch with the tip of the scissors simply pull the pouch away slightly then cut the opening in the skin barrier
• Scissors with a curved blade generally work best
• After you have cut the opening you may want to smooth the inside edge of the skin barrier with your fingertips
• Now is also a good time to close your drainable pouch if you are using a pouch that has an integrated closure like lock and roll close it now
• If you are using a pouch clamp apply that now
• If you are using a pouch with a tape border begin by removing the backing from the skin barrier. Lead the rest of the backing for now.
• If you are using a skin barrier without tape you will remove the backing all at once. Simply hold the tab then pull it away from the skin barrier in a single step
• If you are using a cut to fit skin barrier save the backing paper to use as a pattern for cutting your skin barriers to the proper size
• If your stoma is still changing size date your pattern and throw away old patterns that no longer fit your stoma
• If you are using a pre-sized opening just peel off the backing paper is already described, set aside with the adhesive facing up
• Now it’s time to remove your used pouch
• It is easy is to empty your pouch before removing it
• When taking your pouch off carefully lift an edge of the adhesive and peel downward
• Gently pushing the skin away from the skin barrier
• Properly dispose of your used couch
• If you are using a pouch clamp remove it before you throw away the used pouch
• The pouch clamp can be reused
• It is best to change your pouch on a routine basis. This can vary from person to person but you want to change it before it leaks
• For many people this may be every three to four days
• The best time of day to change a pouch is in the morning before you have anything to eat or drink
• Clean your skin with water and if needed a gentle soap
• Do not use oils powder lotion or lotion type soaps on the skin
• Rinse and dry your skin thoroughly
• Skin gel and other prep wipes are not recommended If you are using an ostomy pouching system with an extended wear skin barrier
• Using wipes can reduce the wear time of the extended wear skin barrier
• Finally put the pouch on by first centering the opening over your stoma
• Gently press the barrier to ensure it makes good contact with your skin
• Beginning next to your stoma and working out toward the edges
• Place your hand over the barrier and hold it in place for about 30 to 60 seconds
• The warmth of your hand and gentle pressure will help to activate the adhesive
• Finally if you are using a pouch with tape remove the rest of the backing paper from the tape then press the tape down against your skin
• Keep an emergency kit of the things you will need to change your pouch if you are away from home
• This pouching system is designed to be secure that will greatly increase comfort and confidence