Hollister Premier One-Piece Extended Convex Pre-cut Beige Drainable Pouch With Flextend Skin Barrier

What to buy with Hollister Premier One Piece Drainable Pouch

• Hollister Adapt Stoma Powder
• Hollister Adapt Medical Adhesive Remover Spray
• Medline Carrascent Fresh Odor Eliminator

How to Apply Hollister Premier 1-Piece Ostomy Pouch?

Finding the right pouching system and learning how to use it correctly is important because the pouch and skin barrier of a one-piece system are applied and removed together. A one-piece pouching system can be very easy to use.

• To reviews how to change a one-piece ostomy pouch, first get all the supplies ready
• User will need the following items to prepare new pouch and put it on
• User will need the following items to prepare new pouch and put it on
• A stoma sizing guide unless using a pre-sized pouching system
• A pen and a pair of scissors for marking and then cutting the skin barrier to the proper size if using a cut to fit skin barrier
• The new pouch and a disposal bag for used couch
• User will also need water and some tissues or paper towels for washing and drawing skin
• If using ostomy accessories with the pouch, user will need to get those out and ready at this time
• After assembling all the supplies user is ready to prepare new pouching system
• If using a cut to fit skin barrier draw the pattern of stoma onto the backing of the skin barrier
• To avoid cutting the pouch with the tip of the scissors simply pull the pouch away slightly then cut the opening in the skin barrier
• Scissors with a curved blade generally work best
• After cutting the opening user may want to smooth the inside edge of the skin barrier with fingertips
• Now is also a good time to close drainable pouch if using a pouch that has an integrated closure like lock and roll close it now
• If using a pouch clamp apply that now
• If using a pouch with a tape border begin by removing the backing from the skin barrier. Lead the rest of the backing for now.
• If using a skin barrier without tape, remove the backing all at once. Simply hold the tab then pull it away from the skin barrier in a single step
• If using a cut to fit skin barrier save the backing paper to use as a pattern for cutting skin barriers to the proper size
• If stoma is still changing size date the pattern and throw away old patterns that no longer fit stoma
• If using a pre-sized opening just peel off the backing paper is already described, set aside with the adhesive facing up
• Now it’s time to remove used pouch
• It is easy is to empty the pouch before removing it
• When taking the pouch off carefully lift an edge of the adhesive and peel downward
• Gently pushing the skin away from the skin barrier
• Properly dispose of the used couch
• If using a pouch clamp remove it before throwing away the used pouch
• The pouch clamp can be reused
• It is best to change pouch on a routine basis. This can vary from person to person but user might want to change it before it leaks
• For many people this may be every three to four days
• The best time of day to change a pouch is in the morning before eating or drinking
• Clean skin with water and if needed a gentle soap
• Do not use oils powder lotion or lotion type soaps on the skin
• Rinse and dry skin thoroughly
• Skin gel and other prep wipes are not recommended If using an ostomy pouching system with an extended wear skin barrier
• Using wipes can reduce the wear time of the extended wear skin barrier
• Finally put the pouch on by first centering the opening over stoma
• Gently press the barrier to ensure it makes good contact with skin
• Beginning next to stoma and working out toward the edges
• Place hand over the barrier and hold it in place for about 30 to 60 seconds
• The warmth of hand and gentle pressure will help to activate the adhesive
• Finally if using a pouch with tape remove the rest of the backing paper from the tape then press the tape down against skin
• Keep an emergency kit of the things user will need to change pouch if away from home
• This pouching system is designed to be secure that will greatly increase comfort and confidence

Tips for Hollister Premier One-Piece Pouching System

• If using a barrier ring or paste, apply it to the sticky side of the skin barrier next to the stoma opening as directed
• The skin around your stoma should not show any signs of rash or sores
• Irritated skin should be evaluated by a healthcare professional
• Your stoma will probably be swollen after surgery. It may take several weeks or months for the stoma to shrink to its permanent size
• The stoma may bleed slightly when you clean it
• The use of skin protective wipes are not recommended under extended wear skin barriers as they may decrease wear time

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