LHDRN

Our PICU has metal hooks in most of the bathrooms. When I started working there, the effluent bags were positioned on the toilet to drain...sometimes falling into the toilet. Effluent bags are reused. We now use 2 effluent bags per shift. I started hanging the effluent bag on the metal hook (it was there, why not use it?) and connecting suction tubing to the drain spout and dangling the other end over the toilet using the seat to hold it in place. Works like a charm and has been implemented by every nurse who sees the technique.