Step-by-Step
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Wash your hands.
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Hold bulb upright.
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Open bulb cap.
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Squeeze fluid into measuring cup.
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Squeeze air out of bulb.
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Close bulb cap.
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Record fluid in measuring cup.
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Pour fluid into toilet.
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Wash your hands.
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Online Medical Reviewer: Jonas DeMuro MD
Online Medical Reviewer: Raymond Kent Turley BSN MSN RN
Date Last Reviewed: 02/01/2025
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