Jackson-Pratt Flat Silicone Drain without Trocar Kit

Features of Jackson-Pratt Flat Drains

• Jackson Pratt drain has an internal anti-reflux valve to help prevent backflow of fluid to the patient Clear reservoir and graduations make it easy to identify and measure exudate
• Not made with natural rubber latex
• 100cc bulb that features a threaded outlet port that connects directly to either a Luer lock syringe for the collection of a culture sample or to an exudate disposal bag to provide a closed system for the safe disposal of exudate
• Low-profile, hubless design to help promote tissue plane approximation

What is the purpose of a Jackson Pratt Silicone Drain?

After surgery, there is continued oozing and shedding of cells and bodily fluids at the surgical site. The Jackson Pratt drain removes fluid and this removal of fluid speeds healing.
 

What to buy with Jackson Pratt Drain

• McKesson Non-Sterile Cotton Balls
• McKesson Dermal Wound Cleanser
• Mckesson Medi-Pak Push Down Dispensing Bottle

How do the Jackson-Pratt Flat Drains work?

Your drain will automatically suction fluid out when the bulb is compressed. The bulb has to be compressed very well and the drain tab has to be closed in order for the suction to work. When the bulb can maintain its compressed shape, it is a sign that suction is in effect.

How to empty the Jackson-Pratt Flat Silicone Drain without a Trocar Kit?

• Make sure your hands are thoroughly washed with soap and water before you empty the drain.
• The drain can be emptied by opening the tab. You will be given a measuring cup to empty the fluid into this. Record the amount of fluid and discard the fluid in the toilet.
• Please record the time and amount of fluid.
• After you empty, compress the bulb (as flat as you can) and replace the tab to re-establish the suction.
• The color of the drainage changes from red to yellow over time.
• There may be red stringy material in the drainage.
• These are not blood clots, This material does, however, tend to block the tubing.
• You may need to "milk" or “strip” the tubing.
• To do this, use either alcohol wipes (wrap the wipe around the tubing) or put lotion on your fingertips (to facilitate a smoother glide on the tubing) and pinch and pull gently on the tubing (flattening the tube).
• This will move the stingy material down the tube and prevent clots from forming.

How often should the Jackson Pratt drain be emptied?

• The drain should be emptied as often as possible so that the bulb can be compressed fully to maintain suction.
• In general, this is usually done every four to six hours the first few days until the amount decreases.
• The drain should remain in place until your doctor tells you it is okay to be removed.
• Sometimes, after the drain is removed, the fluid may re-accumulate and swell at the surgical site.
• This fluid is called seroma.
• If it should occur, this is not an emergency; however, call and inform your coordinator.

How to care for skin after the Jackson-Pratt Flat Silicone Drain is removed?

It's critical to maintain the area around your insertion site clean and dry. This will aid in the prevention of infection as well as the healing of your skin. If you have reconstructive surgery, how you care for your skin after your drain is removed would be different.

Caring for skin without reconstructive surgery

If you had surgery without reconstruction, follow these guidelines after your drain is removed.

• Remove the bandage after 24 hours.
• You may shower after you remove the bandage, but don’t take a tub bath or submerge the area in water (such as in a bathtub or swimming pool) until your incision is completely closed and there’s no drainage.
• Wash the site gently with soap and rinse the area with warm water. Pat the area dry.
• Inspect the site, using a mirror if necessary. It’s normal to have:
  • Slight redness
  • Mild swelling
  • Tenderness
• A small amount of clear or slightly bloody drainage on the gauze pad

Caring for skin with reconstructive surgery

If you had reconstructive surgery, follow these guidelines after your drain is removed.

• Change the bandage every 12 hours as needed.
• Your surgeon will let you know how long to wait before showering after your drain is removed.
• Don’t take a tub bath or submerge the area in water (such as in a bathtub or swimming pool) until 6 weeks after your reconstructive surgery.
• Wash the site gently with soap and rinse the area with warm water. Pat the area dry.
• Inspect the site, using a mirror if necessary. It’s normal to have:
  • Slight redness
  • Mild swelling
  • Tenderness
• A small amount of clear or slightly bloody drainage on the gauze pad