Donning an Isolation Gown and Gloves, then Emptying a Urinary Drainage Bag with Hand Washing

Introduction

This tutorial provides a step-by-step guide on how to properly don an isolation gown and gloves, as well as how to empty a urinary drainage bag while emphasizing the importance of hand hygiene. Following these procedures is essential for maintaining infection control in healthcare settings.

Step 1: Prepare for Donning an Isolation Gown

• Gather all necessary supplies:
  • Isolation gown
  • Gloves
  • Hand sanitizer or soap and water
• Ensure you are in a clean and designated area to minimize contamination.
• Perform hand hygiene before starting by washing hands with soap and water or using hand sanitizer.

Step 2: Don the Isolation Gown

• Open the gown fully and hold it by the neck ties.
• Slip your arms into the sleeves without touching the outside of the gown.
• Once your arms are in, pull the gown down to cover your clothing completely.
• Secure the gown by tying the neck ties at the back of your neck and the waist ties around your back. Ensure the gown fits snugly and covers all exposed areas.

Step 3: Don the Gloves

• Choose the appropriate size gloves for a snug fit.
• With the isolation gown already on, take the gloves and slide them on, ensuring they cover the cuffs of the gown.
• Make sure there are no gaps between the gown and gloves to prevent contamination.

Step 4: Empty the Urinary Drainage Bag

• Position a clean container below the drainage bag to collect the urine.
• Hold the drainage bag with one hand and use the other hand to unclamp the drainage spout.
• Allow the urine to flow into the container, ensuring that the spout does not touch the container to avoid contamination.
• Once empty, reclamp the drainage spout.

Step 5: Dispose of Waste Properly

• Dispose of the collected urine according to your facility's guidelines.
• Ensure all waste materials are disposed of in appropriate biohazard containers.

Step 6: Perform Hand Hygiene

• After emptying the urinary drainage bag, remove your gloves:
  • Grasp the outside of one glove at the wrist and peel it off, turning it inside out.
  • Hold the removed glove in the gloved hand and slide your fingers under the second glove at the wrist, removing it in the same manner.
• Discard both gloves in the appropriate waste container.
• Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water or use hand sanitizer.

Step 7: Remove the Isolation Gown

• Untie the waist and neck ties of the gown without touching the outer surface.
• Pull the gown away from your body, turning it inside out as you remove it.
• Dispose of the gown in the designated waste container.

Conclusion

Following these steps ensures proper infection control practices when donning isolation gear and handling urinary drainage bags. Maintaining hand hygiene throughout the process is crucial to prevent the spread of infections. For further practice, consider observing experienced professionals or participating in simulation training to enhance your skills.