Last updated March 21, 2020
Instructed patient you should drain fluid as directed by your doctor, usually every one to two days. You should not drain more than 1000mL per drainag...
Instructed patient how long will the catheter be in their abdomen. Fluid buildup is not likely to stop in the abdomen. You may keep the catheter in pl...
Instructed patient about if your drainage is a little less each time you drain and the current amount of drainage is much smaller than previously, the...
Instructed patient you should contact your doctor immediately if you believe your catheter is infected. Redness (erythema), warmth to touch, swelling ...