After Surgical Procedure Instructions forJP DrainandSurgicalcision - PDF document

After Surgical Procedure Instructions forJP DrainandSurgicalcision You have been discharged with a Jackson Pratt Closed Suction System, better known aa JP drain. The flat perforated end of the tube is placeinside your body so that it can collectthebody fluid to drain for 1 to weeks.Keep a log and bring it to the clinic for discussionso your surgicalteam can determine the best time to The care of a JP drain requires daily milkingof the tubingand pouring out ofthefluid contents Either youor another person can do this task. Milking or stripping the drain is performed by slidingtwofingersalong the tubingtowards the bulbHold tubg in place with your thumb and index logbelowPourthe fluid contents into the toilet.is best to milkand drain the JP system three times a day.the tabon the bulb to attach the safety pin. Wash your hands for 20 seconds before and after touching the JP drain system and dyour handwith a clean towelThis method reduces the spread of germs. IT IS OK TO TAKE A SHOWER WITH INCISION AND JP DRAIN INTACT 48 h

oursafter your surgery please remove your dressing and take a shower with lots of soapy sudsfact, we encourage showering to keep the area clean and dry.Allow soapy water to wash over wound like a water fall. Avoid directly scrubbingtheincision andtheJP exit site. After taking ashowerpatyour wounddry. ou can place a clean dressing overthe incision and JP exit siteif you desire, buteavingthewound open to air is at this pointse a clean towel each time you shower and wear clean clothes every day. Take a shower once a day.The incision is held together with clips, sutures, steristrips or dermabond. The JP drain tube is held by a suture to your skin.While showering,secure the bulb to keep it from pulling on the skin or becoming dislodged. Sample JP Drain Log Date 8am 2pm 9pm Total July 4 55 ml 45 ml 40 ml 140 ml July 5 July 6 July 7 Diet and ActivityfterYour Surgical ProcedureWater, juice, milk,herbalteas and fruitare recommended for hydration after surgery, about 9 cups per day.Go

od sources of protein are extremelyimportant forwound healing. Beans, nuts, eggs, chicken, peanut butteryogurtand whole grainsare all good sources of protein. Moderate exercise, like 10 minute walk and leisure activities around the house, is a good way to regain your strengthand help speed your recovery.Avoid household choresand lifting heavy itemsuntil you have fully recovered, about to weekperiod. Please check with your physician for more details about yourrecovery time.Taketheprescribed pain medicatias directed. Pain can hinder you from moving about. 10 REASONS TO CALL YOUR NURSE OR DOCTOR Fever greater than 100.4Bulb does not hold suctionTubing falls outofthebodySigns of infection us, swelling, increased rednessbigger than a dime, wato touchuncontrolledpain, foul odorIncision opens upDrainage increases bymorethan 0 ml per dayDrainage stops Drainage turns to a bright red color when it was a light pink colorFluid leakage isnoted on your dressingor garmentsTubing shows cloudymurky drainage10 THINGSTO AVOID DOINGWHILEREC

OVERINGDo not soakin a bathtub, Jacuzzi, or poolAvoid applyinghydrogen peroxide to wound/JP exit siteoap and water are the best agents to keep the woundclean.Avoid smoking. It delays wound healingAvoid separating the JP bulb from tubing in attempt to pull out fluid strands or to flush out tubing. The JP system must remain together to keep the germs from entering the wound.Avoid applying powders, lotions or creams to wound/JP exit site. Drinkingtherecommended fluids the best way to keep skin hydrateAvoid wrapping the tubing in loops. It must remain patent for continuous suctionAvoid overexertion. Overexertion can cause pain and seromaformation.Avoid lyingor sleeping on your incisionor JP drainAvoid drinking alcohol. It delays wound healingBe careful while taking a shower. Have someone help you take a shower. Do not bend over to reach your kneeor feetse a shower matanduse a shower chairto preventfrom falling.Please call your surgeon’sclinic for further questions or concerns. JP Drain Log Date 8am 2pm 9pm Tota