Vulva Toilet / Swabbing

Objectives:

• State the indications for vulva swabbing.
• Identify the requirements for vulva swabbing.
• Prepare requirements for vulva swabbing.
• Perform vulva swabbing procedure.
• Prepare requirements for vulva swabbing.
• Perform vulva swabbing procedure.

Indications:

• To remove vaginal discharge.
• To keep the vulva clean and dry.

Requirements:

A Trolley (Top Shelf):

• 3 Bowels
• 2 Receivers
• Sponge holding forceps (or artery forceps)
• Sims speculum (if needed for inspection/discharge)
• 1 Drum of swabs
• 1 Drum of cotton balls
• 1 Drum of drapes
• Antiseptic solution (e.g., warm sterile water, saline, or mild soap solution as per policy)

Bedside:

• Bedpan (if patient is unable to use the toilet)
• Mackintosh (or waterproof sheet)
• Sanitary towels (or pads)
• Screens (for privacy)
• Hand washing equipment (access to sink, soap, water, towel)
• Waste receptacle (for soiled swabs and pads)
• Adequate lighting
• Clean gloves