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Improving elders' continence state.

B D Pearson, J Larson

    Clinical Nursing Research
    |November 1, 1992
    PubMed
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    This study shows that noninvasive interventions targeting 12 risk factors improved urinary continence in elders. Many incontinent or at-risk elders experienced significant improvements in continence status and reduced risk factors.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Urology
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Urinary incontinence affects a significant portion of the elderly population.
    • Managing remediable risk factors is crucial for improving elder continence.
    • Noninvasive, self-managed interventions offer a promising approach to elder care.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the impact of noninvasive, self-managed interventions on 12 remediable risk factors.
    • To evaluate the effects of these interventions on urinary continence status in elders.
    • To determine the efficacy of a structured assessment and intervention program.

    Main Methods:

    • A 6-month study involving 31 elders (mean age 67.65 years).
    • Monthly continence history assessments were conducted.

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  • Interventions were applied based on 12 identified remediable risk factors.

    • Main Results:

    • 9 out of 11 incontinent elders moved to the at-risk group; 2 remained incontinent.
    • 12 out of 20 at-risk elders achieved continence.
    • Statistically significant reduction in remediable risk factors for both initially at-risk and incontinent groups.

    Conclusions:

    • Noninvasive, self-managed interventions are effective in improving urinary continence in elders.
    • Targeting remediable risk factors leads to significant positive outcomes.
    • The assessment and intervention approach is valuable for managing elder continence.