Basic design
Urine receivers of any type consist of two main elements: a bag made of multilayer odor-proof polyethylene and a plate with an adhesive layer for attaching it to the skin. In addition to fixation, the adhesive material of the plate absorbs secretions and protects the skin from irritation. Additional protection from secretions is provided by the lining on the bag on the side adjacent to the body. The material of the bag is transparent so that you can assess the volume of urine excreted and its color. For emptying urine, the devices are equipped with a drain valve. In addition, they have an anti-reflux valve, which prevents the backflow of urine into the urostomy and the development of infectious complications.
Indications and use of a urine collector for newborns
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It is believed that the urinary device is best suited for boys, since its classic version has a characteristic gender element: a disposable transparent bag with a codpiece-shaped hole. Currently, a version of a urinal for newborn girls is offered, which differs from the classic version in a special hole.
The purpose of a child's urine bag is to collect urine from infants, so special care must be taken in this process. To avoid mistakes, instructions have been developed, that is, a step-by-step explanation of how to install the product. However, in practice, not all adults can use it correctly. Usually mothers make mistakes when sticking a bag or transfusing urine after collection.
To use a urine bag, you need to learn how to put it on your baby correctly.
A urine collector is a device consisting of a sterile bag with an anatomical cutout. Thanks to this, it is not difficult to install it even for the first time, if you follow the instructions exactly. When the dexterity develops, the mother can easily put it on and attach it to the baby’s skin with adhesive tape to eliminate urine leakage and the device slipping. When used according to the rules, excess impurities are excluded from entering the urine, as a result of which the reliability of the analysis results is maintained.
There are universal devices that can be used by boys and girls. It is better to choose an option adapted for children of different genders.
Preparing for urine collection
Doctors warn parents that only morning urine is needed for analysis, so it must be delivered to the laboratory no later than three hours after collection, otherwise yeast cells will begin to form in it.
In order for the collection of urine from a girl to be carried out without errors, proper washing is required: the water should flow from front to back. The boy’s genitals are also thoroughly washed under running water so that no impurities get into the urine and distort the result of the analysis.
To ensure the reliability of the results and avoid repeated tests, you must follow the rules for collecting urine in newborns:
- In the morning, wait for a clean portion of urine, since a certain amount is needed for analysis;
- Collect liquid only in a sterile container to prevent the ingress of foreign impurities.
How to put on a urinal for a girl
A children's urinal for girls is distinguished by the physiological shape of the hole in the form of an oval with a special protrusion inward. To properly collect liquid, you need to learn step by step how to glue a urinal bag to a girl.
Important! When manipulating the delicate skin of a child, you must carefully prepare: wash your hands with soap, wash and wipe the baby’s genitals with a disposable towel.
The instructions explain in detail how to use a urinal for girls:
- The baby should be placed on his back and his knees spread apart;
- Remove the protective coating from the sticky element;
- Place the opening of the bag in the genital area so that nothing interferes with urine collection;
- Secure the adhesive rim with a gentle movement, making sure that the collection is correctly positioned;
- To fix the device, it is useful to secure the desired position of the urine collector with a diaper or diaper;
- It is recommended to hold the baby in your arms during the urine collection procedure so that the device does not move;
- Monitor the filling of the tank using the divisions on the bag;
- Carefully remove the device and pour the urine into a special glass.
How to put on a urine bag for a boy
It is believed that it is easier for a boy to install the device than for a girl, thanks to the special opening of the reservoir. The urinal for newborn boys has an egg-shaped hole, pointed downward. To understand how to use a urinal for boys, you can follow the same rules as for girls; the only differences will be in the method of attaching the reservoir.
To properly attach the collection, you need to carefully position the boy's genitals inside the codpiece and stick it to the skin with adhesive tape.
Types of uroreceivers
Single-component and two-component uroreceivers are produced.
In one-piece systems, the bag and adhesive plate are a single unit. Their main advantages are thinness, ductility and flexibility. Such devices do not stand out under clothing, and due to their flexibility, they adhere well to skin with folds and scars. For the adhesive layer of the plates of one-component systems, a gentle adhesive is used, which is designed for short-term use and ensures painless bag changes. It is recommended to change the single-component urine receiver 1-2 times a day.
In a two-component system, the bag and plate are separate. The advantage of these devices is that replacement is required less frequently. The plate can be worn on the skin for up to 3 days; the bag should be changed after 1-2 days.
What is a urine bag for newborns
Pediatricians remind that in order to monitor the health of a newborn, it is necessary to regularly visit the children's clinic and undergo the necessary tests. While blood collection is not particularly difficult, many mothers have difficulty collecting urine. The problem is determining the moment of urination in the baby and keeping the urine free of any impurities. Therefore, a pediatric urinal for newborns will be a help in this process, with which you can easily collect the required amount of clean urine for testing.
It is difficult to obtain urine from a small child due to the fact that the baby does not control his urge to urinate. Therefore, when purchasing child care products, a children's urinal should be included in their number. Doctors warn that it is better to purchase several devices in advance, since it is not always possible to correctly put a urine bag on the baby the first time and get the required portion of liquid.
For your information. A urinal is a special device for collecting urine for analysis. It is attached to the child’s skin so that when urinating, the liquid does not spill or mix with feces.
Design and characteristics
The urinal has a universal design that is suitable for both boys and girls. The device consists of a transparent rectangular plastic bag with an oval urinary opening. When used directly, the device is attached with a hypoallergenic fixing element (adhesive tape) to the skin of newborns. Velcro can be used to securely stick the bag on to prevent liquid leakage. The required amount of urine can be easily calculated using a graduated scale with divisions of 10 ml.
Manufacturers present the following technical characteristics of the collection:
- package volume – 100 ml or 200 ml;
- disposable package;
- made of transparent polyethylene;
- stored in sterile packaging;
- safety guarantee for five years.
For your information. At the pharmacy you can purchase urine collectors for newborn boys and girls with a fixing device that takes into account the gender differences of children. This comfortable fastening eliminates leakage and makes the collection procedure convenient.
Pediatric urinal made with gender differences in mind
Advantages and disadvantages of a urinal bag
With the advent of the urinal, the process of obtaining urine from children has ceased to be a problem for parents. At the same time, the device has a number of advantages compared to traditional collection methods, for example, it provides:
- Safety, as it is made from modern materials that do not harm delicate children's skin;
- Ease of use, due to the adhesive tape, the collection is well attached to the skin;
- Sterility guaranteed by the manufacturer. When used correctly, impurities cannot enter the liquid;
- Monitoring the volume of liquid thanks to the gradation scale in ml;
- Availability of purchasing the product at any pharmacy.
Despite the fact that the factory urinal as a device has practically no technical shortcomings, some operational disadvantages can still be noted, for example, it requires skill to place it on the baby’s genitals. In addition, the baby may become fussy due to some discomfort caused by the adhesive tape.
For your information. The main operational disadvantage of a child's urine bag is that all the urine collects in it. This makes it difficult to isolate a separate portion, as examination sometimes requires, for example, the composition of urine at the beginning, middle or end of urination. Therefore, it is possible to collect again in a different way if any error occurs.
Choosing a receiver
A normal life with a urostomy is possible. To do this, it is important to choose the right urostomy bag, drain it on time and provide the necessary care for the stoma.
When choosing a urine receiver, you need to take into account general factors:
- location, size and appearance of the stoma;
- postoperative sutures, scars, skin folds near the urostomy;
- height, weight, physical activity of the patient.
Main characteristics of the receiver:
- easy to stick and remove;
- the adhesive plate adheres well to the skin;
- does not cause irritation, skin maceration, or contact allergies;
- invisible under clothes.
When choosing a specific model, you should pay attention to the type of adhesive plate and the size of the hole for the stoma.
Insert type
Adhesive plates vary in shape, degree of adhesion, and additional capabilities.
The plate can be flat - round or oval, or convex. The plates usually have ears, to which you need to attach a belt for uroreceivers. With it, the patient feels more confident and comfortable, the load on the skin around the stoma is reduced, and the time the device is worn increases. Flat plates are used for urostomies protruding above the skin (up to 2 cm), convex plates are used for stomas that are retracted or flush with the surface of the skin.
Some plates have an additional adhesive edge. It creates an additional barrier between the skin and the discharge from the stoma. Some models use air space technology - numerous small depressions and bulges on the adhesive layer redistribute the load on the skin and help it recover.
Hole size
Typically, the plate has a standard hole and a stencil for different sizes, but its upper limit may vary depending on the manufacturer and model.
Immediately after surgery, the stoma will be swollen, so a larger hole will be needed. Over time, the swelling will subside, the volume of the stoma will become smaller, so you will need to either choose a new model of ostomy bag or make the hole smaller. The area of skin around the stoma that is not covered by the adhesive base should not exceed 0.3 cm. In two-piece urostomy bags, the size of the bag flange and the adhesive plate should be the same. All materials posted on the site are for informational purposes only and cannot be used as medical advice. To make a diagnosis and choose treatment methods, consult your doctor.
General rules for collecting urine from infants
It is necessary to follow some general rules for collecting urine from infants, both girls and boys. They will help facilitate the process of fluid collection:
- Before the baby pees, it is better to hold him vertically in your arms, since the horizontal position promotes the flow of fluid. This happens because the texture of the skin does not allow the device to be glued hermetically;
- After collecting the required volume of liquid, you must carefully peel off the urine bag and drain the urine into a container for analysis;
- Before collection, it is necessary to cleanly rinse the child’s genitals and the skin around them.
For your information. It is not recommended to lubricate the baby's skin with oil or cream, as it will be difficult to stick the urine bag.
- If your child is bothered by the Velcro straps of the panty, you can carefully put on panties or a diaper.
- Do not leave the urine collector glued to the baby’s skin for more than an hour. If it was not possible to collect urine, you need to remove the bag and prepare a new one for the next urination.
Important! Parents need to remember that the results of the analysis directly depend on the freshness of the collected material. To avoid changes in the properties of urine, you need to collect it immediately before submitting it to the laboratory.
Urine is stored for about two hours; after this period, bacteria begin to accumulate in it and a cloudy sediment appears. Daylight also negatively affects the properties of urine. Therefore, pediatricians recommend covering the test container with an opaque bag. Ideally, the jar should be in a dark place at room temperature.
In order for the collected material to be ready for analysis, it is necessary to follow the collection rules
- After the urine has been collected, it must be carefully poured into a container and taken to the clinic.
Failure to comply with the rules for collecting urine leads to an incorrect result, and it will be difficult for the doctor to maintain its accuracy.
Amount of liquid for analysis
Often young parents ask how much urine needs to be collected for analysis. Practice shows that a container filled with about one cm of liquid is suitable for collecting the required amount. Pediatricians know that it is not easy to collect tests on a one or two month old baby, so 10 ml is enough.
