The candidate is asked to empty the resident’s urinary drainage bag into a graduate container and to measure the amount of urine. An Intake and Output (I&O) Form (see back of the book) is provided to record the measurement. The output should be recorded as urine and the correct time recorded for the measurement. The role of the resident is played by either a person or mannequin.

Step-By-Step Instructions:

1. Introduction Dialogue
2. Close Curtains
3. Wash Hands
4. Gather Equipment
5. Put on Gloves
6. Prepare for Procedure:
7. Place equipment on the floor on top of a barrier
8. Open alcohol swab
9. Remove bag from bed frame with one hand
10. Complete Procedure Objective:
11. Remove tip from pouch and hold
12. Place bag above graduated cylinder
13. Open tip and empty ALL contents into the graduated cylinder cup
14. Place graduated cylinder on a table, on top of a barrier
15. Measure amount at eye level
16. Make Sure to Record
17. Put Away Equipment
18. Remove Gloves
19. Wash Hands
20. Make Hospital Bed
21. Exit Dialogue
22. Open Curtains
23. Wash Hands

SAFETY HAZARD: Make sure to not hold bag above the level of the bladder, or urine can flow back  into the bladder

EQUIPMENT NEEDED:Barrier First (Towel for the Floor), Gloves, Barrier for the Table (Paper Towel), Graduated Cylinder Cup, Alcohol Swab