empty wound drainage

Empting wound drainage bottle
To empting wound drainage consists of a drain connected to either an electric suction or portable drainage suction, such as a Hemovac or Jackson Pratt. The empting drainage to reduce the possible entry of microorganism into the wound through the drain.The drainage tube are sutured in place and connected to a reservoir. The Jackson Pratt drainage tube is connected to a reservoir that maintains constant low suction.
Firstly, we must check the doctor order and prepare the equipment. Secondly, the equipment for empting wound drainage bottle are meter container, alcohol swab and glove. thirdly, Wear the glove after hand washing, than clamp the drainage tubing, remove the tie at the bottle and clean the top of hemovac using alcohol swab and then press the hemovac and connect it again. After that, Tie the drainage at the bed site and clean the bed and equipment. Lastly, record the colour, amount, time and date.
In my conclusion, the surgeon inserts the wound drainage tube during surgery. Generally the suction is discontinuing d from 3 to 5 days postoperatively or when the drainage is minimal. To reestablish suction, place the container on a solid, flat surface with the port open.