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drainage valve technique
Medical devices
Proper Technique for Emptying Urinary Drainage Bags: Maintaining Sterile Technique
The proper emptying of urinary drainage bags represents a critical component of comprehensive catheter care that significantly impacts infection prevention and overall patient safety. The image illustrates the correct technique for emptying a urinary collection bag, showing a healthcare provider wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (blue gloves) while draining urine from the bag into a calibrated container.