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Appointing a continence consultant nurse.

A Edmunds1, Z Lethbridge

  • 1Cornwall Healthcare NHS Trust, University of Plymouth.

Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|April 25, 2002
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This article details appointing a consultant nurse to improve continence care and manage incontinence within Cornwall Healthcare NHS Trust. This role enhances patient outcomes and clinical practice in bladder and bowel health.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Healthcare Management
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Incontinence presents a significant challenge in healthcare, impacting patient quality of life.
  • Effective management requires specialized nursing roles and strategic implementation within NHS trusts.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the process of establishing a consultant nurse position.
  • To outline the role's focus on promoting continence and managing incontinence.
  • To detail the implementation within Cornwall Healthcare NHS Trust.

Main Methods:

  • The article outlines the procedural steps and strategic considerations for appointing a consultant nurse.
  • It details the defined responsibilities and scope of practice for the role.
  • Implementation strategies within the specific NHS trust are described.

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Main Results:

  • Successful appointment of a consultant nurse dedicated to continence.
  • Establishment of a focused role for continence promotion and incontinence management.
  • Integration of specialized nursing expertise within Cornwall Healthcare NHS Trust.

Conclusions:

  • Appointing a consultant nurse is a viable strategy for enhancing continence care.
  • This role can lead to improved management and treatment of incontinence.
  • The described process provides a model for other NHS trusts.