Chapters Transcript 6 BD SureStep™ Foley Catheter Maintenance, Sample Collection mm hmm. If you need to obtain a urine sample, start by including the drainage tubing a minimum of 3" below the sample ports. When urine is visible under the sample ports, swab the surface of the bard. Easy lock sampling ports with an antiseptic wipe. Follow the instructions of the antiseptic to ensure optimal result. Position the Lord device over the sample ports. Press firmly and twist gently to open the ports. Support may also be accessed using a slip tip syringe. Aspirate the desired volume. If using a syringe, transfer the specimen into a specimen container, label it and place it in a transport pouch. Send the specimen to the laboratory immediately or refrigerate until transported. Following hospital instructions. If using a specimen tube, label the tube and place it in a transport pouch. Follow the hospital specimen handling guideline, mm hmm. Created by
