1. Close the roller clamp completely by rolling the
wheel on the roller clamp toward the suction
source.
(Figure 3)
Caution:
The roller clamp must be fully closed to
occlude the drainage line. When not connected to a
suction source, make sure the roller clamp is fully
closed; otherwise the drainage line may allow air
into the body or let fluid leak out.
2. Attach the 5-in-1 adapter to the Luer fitting on
the drainage line.
(Figure 4)
3. Connect the 5-in-1 adapter to the suction source.
4. Remove the protective cover by twisting it and
pulling gently. Discard the cover.
(Figure 5)
5. Remove the cap by twisting it counterclockwise
and pulling gently. Discard the cap.
(Figure 6)
6. Clean around the valve opening with a new
alcohol pad.
(Figure 7)
7. Insert the access tip into the catheter valve and
advance it completely into the valve. You will feel
and hear a click when the access tip and valve
are securely connected.
(Figure 8)
8. If desired, lock the access tip to the catheter
valve by twisting the access tip until you feel and
hear a second click.
(Figure 9)
Caution:
Make sure that the valve and the access tip
are fully connected when draining. If they are
accidentally separated, they may become
contaminated. If this occurs, clean the valve with an
alcohol pad and use a new drainage line to avoid
potential contamination.
Warning:
Precautions should be taken to ensure the
drainage line is not tugged or pulled.
Connect the Drainage Line to Glass Vacuum
Bottle(s)
Warning:
Keep the valve on the PleurX Catheter and
the access tip on the drainage line clean. Keep them
away from other objects to help avoid
contamination.
Warning:
Do not put anything except the access tip
of the PleurX Lockable Drainage Line into the PleurX
Catheter valve since any other device could damage
the valve. A damaged valve may allow air into the
body or let fluid leak out through the valve when not
draining.
Warning:
When draining with glass vacuum bottles,
do not use a needle larger than 17 G.
1. Close the roller clamp completely by rolling the
wheel on the roller clamp toward the glass
vacuum bottle.
(Figure 3)
Caution:
Before connecting to a glass vacuum
bottle, close the roller clamp completely by rolling
the wheel on the roller clamp towards the glass
vacuum bottle; otherwise it is possible for some or
all of the vacuum in the bottle to be lost.
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Dimensions checked: Copy checked:
DCN 60579-2
Vernon Hills, IL
Richard Cisneroz
05-04-17
362-23202
How to Drain Using the PleurX Lockable
Drainage Line
The drainage procedure should be performed using
aseptic technique. The patient should be drained as
directed by their doctor, usually every one to two
days. Do not change frequency or drain more fluid
than their doctor has recommended without first
consulting their doctor. Make sure you are familiar
with the suction method prior to draining.
Prepare to Drain
Warning:
Do not use scissors or other sharp objects
near the PleurX Catheter.
Warning:
The patient should not be left unattended
during drainage.
1. Set up a clean, clear workspace on a table or
counter.
2. Thoroughly wash your hands with soap and
water for at least 1 minute.
3. Remove the self-adhesive dressing from over the
catheter. Be sure not to tug on the catheter:
support the skin while removing the self-
adhesive dressing, gently grasp one edge and
slowly peel the self-adhesive dressing from the
skin
(Figure 2a)
.
Note:
Avoid skin trauma by
peeling the self-adhesive dressing back, rather
than pulling it from the skin.
(Figure 2b)
. If you
see any swelling or fluid around the catheter,
finish this drainage procedure and contact your
doctor or nurse.
Caution:
If the patient develops a fever (body
temperature above 100.5°F (38°C), or you see any
redness, swelling or fluid around the catheter, finish
this drainage procedure and contact the patient’s
doctor or nurse.
4. Thoroughly wash your hands again with soap
and water for at least 1 minute.
5. Open the PleurX Lockable Drainage Line.
Connect the Drainage Line to Wall/Portable
Suction
Warning:
Keep the valve on the PleurX Catheter and
the access tip on the drainage line clean. Keep them
away from other objects to help avoid
contamination.
Warning:
Do not put anything except the access tip
of the PleurX Lockable Drainage Line into the PleurX
Catheter valve since any other device could damage
the valve. A damaged valve may allow air into the
body or let fluid leak out through the valve when not
draining.
Warning:
If wall suction or portable suction is used,
it must be regulated to -60 cm H
2
0 or less.
Warning:
Some portable suction units are not
capable of regulating to -60 cm H
2
0 or less. Read
the portable suction unit instructions for use prior to
draining.
