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[Urinary incontinence and long-term care]

A Lutumba Ntetu, L St-Laurent, C Tanguay

    The Canadian Nurse
    |March 1, 1995
    PubMed
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    Urinary incontinence significantly impacts long-term care placement for seniors. A study found limited treatment despite nurses

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    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology and Geriatric Care
    • Urology and Pelvic Health
    • Nursing Education and Practice

    Context:

    • Urinary incontinence is a critical factor in elderly long-term care placement decisions.
    • A study in Quebec's Côte-Nord region highlights inadequate treatment for urinary incontinence among elderly clients.
    • The study involved 52 nurses, indicating a broad scope of practice affected by this issue.

    Purpose:

    • To assess the current management of urinary incontinence in the elderly within a specific region.
    • To identify educational needs among nurses regarding urinary incontinence causes and treatments.
    • To advocate for a multidisciplinary approach to improve awareness and treatment accessibility.

    Summary:

    • Results indicate that urinary incontinence is often the deciding factor for nursing home admission.
    • Despite its significance, effective treatments for urinary incontinence are underutilized.
    • Nurses identified a need for enhanced continuing education on managing urinary incontinence.

    Impact:

    • Promotes a multidisciplinary strategy to raise public awareness of available urinary incontinence treatments.
    • Encourages open dialogue between healthcare providers and patients regarding urinary incontinence.
    • Aims to improve the quality of life for elderly individuals experiencing urinary incontinence.

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