Patient Care Plastics for Skilled Nursing, Long-Term Care, and Home Care Providers
Geriatric Medical supplies patient care plastics and nursing essentials in wholesale volumes to skilled nursing facilities, long-term care and assisted living communities, DME/HME providers, and home care agencies nationwide. Our catalog includes bedpans, urinals, and specimen collection supplies, emesis and wash basins, water pitchers and liners, medicine cups and paper soufflé cups, sterile bowls, and shroud kits, so your nursing team can stock the everyday items used at the bedside from one distributor.
Whether you're restocking nursing units, preparing supplies for new admissions, or supplying patients at home, our team can help you match patient care plastics to your care routines and order volume.
Patient Care Plastics Questions from Providers
What patient care plastics does Geriatric Medical carry?
We carry bedpans, urinals, and specimen collection supplies, emesis and wash basins, water pitchers and liners, medicine cups and paper soufflé cups, sterile bowls, and shroud kits. Products are available in case quantities for facility and provider ordering.
What's the difference between a standard bedpan and a fracture bedpan?
A standard bedpan is a full-size pan used for residents who can lift their hips or be rolled onto it with assistance. A fracture bedpan has a thin, tapered front edge that slides under the resident with minimal lifting, which makes it the better choice for residents with hip fractures, recent hip or back surgery, limited mobility, or significant pain. Many facilities stock both so staff can match the bedpan to each resident's mobility.
Why use graduated urinals and specimen collectors?
Graduated urinals and specimen collectors have measurement markings that let staff record urine output accurately, which is important for residents on intake and output monitoring. Specimen collectors, sometimes called specimen hats, fit under a toilet seat or commode to collect urine or stool samples. Urinals are available in male and female designs, and urinals with lids help prevent spills when placed at the bedside.
What's the difference between sterile and non-sterile specimen containers?
Sterile specimen containers are required for samples that will be cultured or tested for infection, such as urine cultures, because any contamination from a non-sterile container can affect results. Non-sterile containers can be used for tests where contamination isn't a concern. Follow the lab's collection instructions for the specific test, including container type and labeling requirements.
What should we look for in bedside water pitchers?
Bedside water pitchers should have a secure lid to keep water clean and prevent spills, and insulated pitchers keep water cool longer, which encourages residents to drink. Pitchers with graduated markings make it easier to track fluid intake for residents at risk of dehydration. Disposable pitcher liners reduce cleaning time and help keep pitchers sanitary between fills. Pitchers should be assigned to and labeled for a single resident.
How should wash basins and emesis basins be used and stored?
Wash basins are used for bed baths and personal care, and emesis basins are used for vomiting, oral care, and holding small items during care. Both should be assigned to a single resident, labeled, cleaned and dried after each use, and stored so they can dry completely, since basins that stay wet can harbor bacteria. Some facilities replace basins on a set schedule or use no-rinse bathing products to reduce reliance on wash basins.
What's the difference between medicine cups and paper soufflé cups?
Plastic medicine cups have graduated markings and are used to measure and give liquid medications during medication pass. Paper soufflé cups are small, disposable cups used to hold pills and tablets, and they're also commonly used to give crushed medications mixed with applesauce or pudding. Both are single-use, and many facilities stock both on medication carts.
What are sterile bowls used for?
Sterile bowls are single-use containers used during procedures that require sterile technique, such as holding sterile solution for wound irrigation or cleansing, or during catheter care and other sterile procedures. They come individually packaged and should be opened just before use to maintain sterility.
What's included in a shroud kit?
Shroud kits contain the supplies staff need to provide respectful post-mortem care. Kits commonly include a shroud or body bag, identification tags, absorbent pads, and ties or straps, and some include a chin strap or gown. Contents vary by kit, so check each product listing for exact components. Keeping shroud kits stocked on each unit helps staff care for the deceased with dignity without searching for supplies.
Should patient care plastics be assigned to a single resident?
Yes. Items like bedpans, urinals, wash basins, emesis basins, and water pitchers should be assigned to one resident and labeled with their name or room number to prevent cross-contamination. Many facilities provide these items to each new resident as part of an admission kit and discard them at discharge. Single-use items, such as medicine cups and sterile bowls, should be discarded after one use.
Can we order patient care plastics through EDI or a punchout catalog?
Yes. Geriatric Medical supports EDI ordering and punchout catalog integration for accounts that manage purchasing through their own procurement, EHR, or ERP systems, so patient care plastics can be ordered the same way as the rest of your catalog without manual re-entry.