Learning About How to Use a Urinal Using a urinal: Overview If the person you're caring for is not able to leave their bed to use the toilet, they may need to use a urinal. A urinal is a container used to collect urine and is made for either male or female anatomy. But some people might find it easier to use a bedpan.
If you are helping someone with a urinal, try to be relaxed. If you are calm and don't seem embarrassed, the person may feel more comfortable.
To position a urinal, spread the legs and place the urinal between the legs. Position the urinal so that urine will flow into it. If possible, help the person sit up in the bed. This makes it easier and more comfortable to use a urinal. Cover the person with a sheet or blanket for privacy.
For 24/7 nurse advice and general health information call Health Link at 811.
Where can you learn more? Go to https://www.healthwise.net/patientEd
Enter I394 in the search box to learn more about "Learning About How to Use a Urinal".
Current as of: November 16, 2023
