Does anyone know how to remove a Penrose Drain (from a wound)?????? Please help!!!!?

Question

I have a paper to write but I can't find any information on the procedure...I've looked in about 4 nursing procedure books and online...but still can't find the procedure!! Thanks!!

Answer 1

Try this, see below

Answer 2

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First some background information: There are a couple locations where pus collects that people are commonly aware of. If pus collects within the or just below the epidermis (in your skin), then we call it a pimple. When pus collects well below the epidermis (like in your fat tissue), it is called an abscess. You are correct that a large part of pus is the White Blood Cell, but that is not all that is there. There are also dead cells, a liquid (called liquor puris), other biologically important material like Cytokines (which are essentially small proteins) and frequently the source of the infection (like a bacteria or a fungus). Many times an abscess ends up containing a source of infection that may eventually overcome the host (a pilonidal cyst is a good example). In these cases the abscess is surgically opened, the puss is drained and the area of the abscess is cleaned. When doing this a sterile technique is used and (depending on the infection and the patient's history) and antibiotic may be prescribed. With that background information in hand, I will offer 2 scenarios that illustrate how draining an abscess can be helpful. Scenario one: The source of the infection is persistent despite the best efforts of your immune system (as is typically the case in a pilonidal cyst). In this case, draining and cleaning improves outcome. If you do not drain this type of abscess, the infection can become systematic, lead to sepsis and eventually death. One reason this helps is because when removing the white blood cells, you are also removing the bacteria and the dead cells (dead tissue can feed an infection). Then of course the area is cleaned (further removing the potential for infection) and sometimes an antibiotic is given. Giving an antibiotic for an abscess actually happens less often than you might think. Scenario two: A small abscess forms in your arm sometime after your arm was punctured by a dirty Darth Vader action figure. You only notice it because it becomes red, swollen, tender to the touch and warm. You foolishly wait to see your doctor and a week or so later, it is gone. In this case, the pus formed, your immune system took over and successfully defeated the infection (for now, sometimes they can lay dormant only to come back later with a vengeance). This happens a lot, but we do not know how much because these people never end up seeking a medical professional. Note to readers: Please do not take away from this posting that if you have a red, tender, swollen, sore area on your arm (or anywhere else), you should let it be and assume that all will be well. You should see a professional.

Answer 3

Contrary to an RN's earlier answer, Penrose drains ARE sometimes sutured in place. It depends on the case.

1) Remove dressings
2) Cut sutures, if any
3) Pull out in a smooth motion
4) cover with a sterile dressing

Answer 4

What Is A Penrose Drain

Answer 5

A penrose is removed simply by pulling it out. They are not sutured into place, and just rest inside the wound to drain it.

Answer 6

go to ask a nurse they will have the answer