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A programme for children with nocturnal enuresis

Ann McKillop1, Bev MacKay, Norma Scobie

  • 1University of Auckland, New Zealand.

Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|July 29, 2003
PubMed

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A nurse-led program for nocturnal enuresis (bedwetting) achieved an 87% success rate. Empowering children and personalized nurse interaction were key to improving continence and self-esteem.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Nursing
  • Community Health
  • Urology

Background:

  • Nocturnal enuresis significantly impacts children's self-esteem and social interactions.
  • Effective management strategies are crucial for improving quality of life.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate a nurse-managed nocturnal enuresis treatment program.
  • To assess the implementation, effects, and outcomes of the program.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized a mixed-methods approach with focus groups of nurses (n=6).
  • Analyzed case notes from children completing the program (n=30).
  • Conducted interviews with children post-program completion (n=7).

Main Results:

  • Achieved an 87% success rate, defined as 14 consecutive nights of nocturnal continence.
  • Child-led responsibility, nurse-child interaction quality, and nurse adaptability were critical factors.
  • Significant improvements in children's self-esteem and social abilities were observed.

Conclusions:

  • Nurse-managed programs are effective in treating nocturnal enuresis.
  • Empowering children and personalized care enhance treatment outcomes.
  • The study contributes valuable data to community-based management of nocturnal enuresis.
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