1 Selection: Be sure to choose the right type of slip resistant shoe for the job. 2  If you're on the go a lot, you might consider a slip resistant work shoe with a closed heel and secure closure design. 3  If your job requires you to stand most of the time, a slip resistant clog styled shoe with an open back may be preferable.
Recognize the importance of what Jackson-Pratt (JP) drains do. Following your surgery, you may have drainage from the wound that needs to be removed to prevent fluid, hematoma, and/or abscesses from forming. Being able to monitor the drainage also lets you watch for developing complications after your surgery.
Start from the top of the tube closest to your body where it comes out from the dressing. Gently squeeze the tube with 2 fingers and keep compressed. With your other hand, use 2 fingers to gently squeeze the tube as you move your fingers down the tube toward the JP drain. Empty the JP drain when the bulb is half full.