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Nicole J Davis1, Veronica G Parker1, Janice Lanham1
1School of Nursing, Clemson University, Clemson, SC, USA.
Purpose:
The purpose of this study was to describe the burden and educational needs of informal caregivers of care-dependent older adults with urinary incontinence (UI).
Design:
A cross-sectional, descriptive survey of informal caregivers recruited through Google Ads was performed.
Methods:
An online survey, including the Overactive Bladder-Family Impact Measure, was used to assess five areas of the experience of the informal caregiver that may be affected by caring for a person with UI and their educational needs.
Findings:
Respondents (n = 77) reported a substantial impact of their care recipients' UI on their lives, with concern, travel, and social subscales most affected. However, 42% never sought treatment on behalf of their care recipient. Educational needs included UI treatment strategies and guidance to select appropriate supplies.
Conclusions:
Caregivers underreported their care recipient's UI and need substantially more support from healthcare providers to manage the condition.
Clinical Relevance:
Nurses should assess for UI among care-dependent older adults and, if present, provide information and strategies to lessen the impact on caregiver lives.
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