Ask the patient to lie in a supine position with legs spread and feet together Wash hands and put on sterile gloves Open the assembly of catheter Scrub the urethral opening on the penis with a disinfectant-soaked cotton cloth or wipes Rinse the area well with...
It is a known fact that the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) mainly spreads from person to person. According to WHO, the Coronavirus can prevail for several hours to days on surfaces you touch frequently. Therefore, apart from social distancing you need to...
The stoma bag can be cut and its content flushed down the toilet and the bag disposed of. Alternately, the pouch can be disposed of along with its content into a disposal bag. Seal the bag, put it into the domestic refuse bin and wash your hands.
You should hand wash the brace with cold water and a mild detergent and allow it to air-dry. Application of a mixture of baking soda and a small amount of vinegar will keep the brace clean and help control odors.
This time of year, respiratory viruses can become commonplace. Human Metapneumovirus or HMPV can cause respiratory disease. What is HMPV? Who is at risk and what are the treatments? READ MORE
The first thing you can do to protect the patient you are visiting is to wash your hands. Also, it is very important to cover your cough. Please do not go to visit the patient if you are sick or have signs or symptoms of infection (e.g. fever, cough, skin rash...
Disinfectants and Cleaners help in maintaining hygienic and clean environment. These include wipes, towelettes, sprays, dispensers, detergents and much more. Different types of sanitizers, soaps and hand wash solutions aid in safe and germ-free procedures.
Flushing or irrigating your Foley catheter is important. When should you do it? How do you do it? We have all the important information you need. READ MORE
The bedside or large bag is used during night time while sleeping so that the user does not get up and disrupt sleep, and the leg bag can be used during the day. The leg bag is attached to the thigh of the user with the help of leg straps. It gets hidden under...
Hand sanitizers have been around for years and became even more popular during the COVID-19 pandemic. They are classified as an antiseptic product formulated with ingredients that kill germs. With so many choices, how do you know which is the best hand...
Cleaning and disinfecting a wound are important to avoid infection. How do I clean/disinfect the wound? What do I need? Here’s the information you need. READ MORE
Eye infections come with uncomfortable symptoms like redness, pain, and itching. Do your best to keep from getting eye infections this spring. Follow these 10 tips to avoid getting an eye infection.
Whether you are a certified caregiver or caring for a family member, understanding how to change an adult diaper is of utmost importance. To understand the diaper-changing process and find answers to your questions about caring for an adult with incontinence...
A nebulizer is a small machine that turns liquid medicine into a mist. It is prescribed by doctors as a treatment to the people who are suffering from asthma or other respiratory diseases. It is sometimes considered as an easier method for children who aren’t...
For some people performing a simple task like holding a spoon, writing with a pen and doing anything that involves the use of fingers can be a big and sometimes painful task.
Hand care products, including plain (non-antimicrobial) soap and antiseptic products, can become contaminated or support the growth of microorganisms. Liquid products must be stored in closed containers and dispensed from either disposable containers or...
