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1. 7 Things You Should Know About Urinary Leg Bags (pdf file)
   www.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/wysiwyg/professionals/quality-patient-safety/quality-resources/tools/cauti-ltc/modules/resources/tools/prevent/7-things.pdf
   March 01, 2017 - Residents and families sometimes prefer leg bags. … Maintaining a leg bag requires using a clean technique. … The outside of the leg bag and leg bag straps should be cleaned during daily bathing. … Wipe down the outside of the leg bag and the leg bag straps, which have contact with skin for long … Rinse and dry the leg bag and straps right away.

2. Infographic: 7 Things You Should Know About Urinary Leg Bags | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
   www.ahrq.gov/hai/quality/tools/cauti-ltc/modules/resources/tools/prevent/7-things.html
   March 01, 2017 - Residents and families sometimes prefer leg bags. … Maintaining a leg bag requires using a clean technique . … The outside of the leg bag and leg bag straps should be cleaned during daily bathing . … Wipe down the outside of the leg bag and the leg bag straps, which have contact with skin for long periods … Rinse and dry the leg bag and straps right away.

3. Frequently Asked Questions About the Use of and Care for Leg Bags in the Long-Term Care Setting | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
   www.ahrq.gov/hai/quality/tools/cauti-ltc/modules/resources/tools/prevent/leg-bags-faqs.html
   July 01, 2017 - Using Leg Bags What is the recommendation for using leg bags? … Cleaning and Storing Leg Bag Materials Leg Bag Care How should the exterior of the leg bag and … Both the exterior of wipeable leg bag and the leg straps, which have prolonged skin-to-skin contact, … ) is on the leg bag. … Leg bag caps can be cleaned the same way the interior leg bag is cleaned.

4. BLADDER SCAN – POLICY #2202 12/11/06 (doc file)
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   March 01, 2017 - Using Leg Bags 1. What is the recommendation for using leg bags? … Cleaning and Storing Leg Bag Materials Leg Bag Care 1. … Both the exterior of wipeable leg bag and the leg straps, which have prolonged skin-to-skin contact, … ) is on the leg bag. c. … Leg bag caps can be cleaned the same way the interior leg bag is cleaned.

5. Pelvic Floor Therapy Exercise Handout (pdf file)
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   June 02, 2025 - Lift one leg off the ground, slowly. 3. … Try to increase the time spent standing on one leg. 5. Perform with opposite leg. … 26Oct2022 v26-AUG-2022 Hip Internal Rotation Isometric While laying down on your back, have legs … in between your legs and use that as resistance). … Inhale and pull your leg back in to starting position. 5.

6. Catheter Care and Maintenance
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   March 01, 2017 - The Leg Bag FAQ has additional guidance for developing a policy. … AHRQ SAFETY PROGRAM FOR LONG-TERM CARE: HAIs/CAUTI 5 Leg Bags and Bath Basins7-10* Leg Bags Residents … sometimes prefer leg bags, which can improve mobility and dignity Leg bag care and changing should be … done per your facility’s policy The outside of the leg bag and the leg straps should be— Wiped down … The outside of the leg bag and the leg straps, which have prolonged skin-to-skin contact should be wiped

7. Your Guide to Preventing and Treating Blood Clots | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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   August 01, 2017 - Figure 1 provides an illustration of a blood clot in the leg. … Have broken a bone (hip, pelvis, or leg). Have a bad bump or bruise. Are obese. … Soreness or pain in your arm or leg. A warm spot on your leg. Important! … Raise your legs 6 inches above your heart from time to time. … Most often they form in the legs, arms, or groin."

8. Your Guide to Preventing and Treating Blood Clots (pdf file)
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   May 01, 2009 - ■ Have broken a bone (hip, pelvis, or leg). ■ Have a bad bump or bruise. ■ Are obese. … Symptoms of a Blood Clot You may have a blood clot if you see or feel: ■ New swelling in your arm or leg … ■ Soreness or pain in your arm or leg. ■ A warm spot on your leg. Important! … ■ Raise your legs 6 inches above your heart from time to time. … ■ Try not to bump or hurt your legs and try not to cross them.

9. Catheter Care and Maintenance Quiz Key | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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   March 01, 2017 - Leg bags can be used to improve resident comfort, mobility, and/or dignity. … Leg bags can be used to improve resident comfort, mobility and/or dignity. … Leg bags can be concealed under clothing and may assist with optimizing independence with activities … There is no compelling evidence to recommend discontinuing the use of leg bags. … With that said, facilities should perform a risk assessment prior to initiating leg bag use. 8.

10. Catheter-Care-Quiz-Key (doc file)
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    March 01, 2017 - Leg bags can be used to improve resident comfort, mobility, and/or dignity. ☒ True ☐ False ANSWER: True … Leg bags can be used to improve resident comfort, mobility and/or dignity. … Leg bags can be concealed under clothing and may assist with optimizing independence with activities … There is no compelling evidence to recommend discontinuing the use of leg bags. … With that said, facilities should perform a risk assessment prior to initiating leg bag use. 8.

11. Appendix D. Falls Engineer Instructions | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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    December 01, 2017 - Some wheels have leg lock pads ( Figure 3 ) with a leg lock assembly. … Measure the end of the walker legs so that you purchase the right size rubber tip. … Cut out or drill a section at either end for chair legs. … Find out from the therapist how many inches you need to remove from the chair legs. … Square Leg Riser Figure 18. Round Leg Riser Figure 19. Brace Style Riser Figure 20.

12. Prevent Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infection | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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    July 01, 2018 - Seven Things You Should Know About Urinary Leg Bags infographic   ( PDF , 441 KB) A tool to highlight … the use of and care for leg bags in a long-term care environment. … Leg Bag Frequently Asked Questions ( Word , 291 KB) The answers to these frequently asked questions

13. Module 2: Urinary Catheter Maintenance Facilitator Notes | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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    February 01, 2023 - The nurse also notices that the patient’s urinary catheter isn’t secured to her leg. … The nurse failed to use a securement device to attach the catheter to the patient’s leg. … Not attaching the catheter to the leg can lead to urethral irritation. … Ramirez, I can show you how I apply a securement device on the tubing and secure it to her leg. … The nurse places the securement device on the patient’s leg, making sure to show the transporter how

14. Catheter Care and Maintenance | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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    March 01, 2017 - Slide 6: Leg Bags and Bath Basins 7-10 * Leg Bags Residents sometimes prefer leg bags, which … can improve mobility and dignity Leg bag care and changing should be done per your facility's policy … The outside of the leg bag and the leg straps should be— Wiped down during routine, daily bathing … team reviewed the literature, and while there is a general lack of research and evidence surrounding leg … kinking and becoming obstructed Do keep catheter systems closed when using urine collection bags or leg

15. Preventing-Cauti-Icu-Setting-Module 2-Speaker-Notes (doc file)
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    September 01, 2015 - The nurse also notices that the patient’s urinary catheter isn’t secured to her leg. … The nurse failed to use a securement device to attach the catheter to the patient’s leg. … Not attaching the catheter to the leg can lead to urethral irritation. 3. … Ramirez, I can show you how I apply a securement device on the tubing and secure it to her leg. … The nurse places the securement device on the patient’s leg, making sure to show the transporter how

16. Hybrid Cardiac Rehabilitationi (HYCR) Tools and Resources Guide (pdf file)
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    June 02, 2025 - CALF STRETCH Stand in front of a wall with one leg forward and one leg back, toes pointing forward … inches behind your active leg. … Position your feet with a wide stance, bend your legs and keep your back and head straight. … Stagger your legs, with one leg in front. … It is important to work your Arms and Legs individually to improve isolation of the muscles, and increase

17. 074-Dec-Patient-Instructions-Cloth (doc file)
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    October 01, 2024 - Shoulders, arms, hands, fingers, then armpits Abdomen, then groin Right leg, foot, & toes Left leg

18. Module 2: Urinary Catheter Maintenance | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
    www.ahrq.gov/hai/cauti-tools/cauti-icu/facil-guide/mod2.html
    February 01, 2023 - The nurse also notices that the patient’s urinary catheter isn’t secured to her leg. … The nurse failed to use a securement device to attach the catheter to the patient’s leg. … Not attaching the catheter to the leg can lead to urethral irritation. … Ramirez, I can show you how I apply a securement device on the tubing and secure it to her leg. … The nurse places the securement device on the patient’s leg, making sure to show the transporter how

19. Appendix E. Training and Educational Materials (continued) | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
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    September 01, 2013 - Right leg and foot. Left leg and foot. Back of neck, back and then buttocks.

20. Appendix E. Training and Educational Materials (continued) | Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
    www.ahrq.gov/es/hai/universal-icu-decolonization/universal-icu-ape3.html
    September 01, 2013 - Right leg and foot. Left leg and foot. Back of neck, back and then buttocks.