Incontinence is not an inevitable part of aging, nor is it untreatable once
it develops. Thoroughly revised and updated, this new edition of a trusted
resource teaches diverse and effective strategies for assessing, managing, and
even eliminating urinary incontinence in all care settings. Managing and Treating Urinary Incontinence presents a full range of treatment
options, explaining how each method works and who benefits most from its use. In
pragmatic, easy-to-understand language, readers will learn essential information
about
- the anatomy and physiology of the lower urinary tract and pelvic floor
- the types and causes of incontinence and overactive bladder
- the impact of bowel dysfunction on incontinence
- the value of incontinence education and self-care techniques
- the efficacy of behavioral treatments, such as bladder retraining and
toileting programs
- the role of drug therapy and surgery in managing incontinence
This second edition provides expanded content on surgical interventions and
pelvic organ prolapse, the latest information on available overactive and
incontinence drug therapy, new patient teaching tools, and useful care plans for
12 common incontinence scenarios. Detailed assessment forms and a glossary of
clinical terminology are included. Plus, this edition contains a comprehensive
review of incontinence containment products with illustrations and availability
listings.
With the knowledge in this comprehensive guidebook, nursing staff will
measurably improve the health and independence of residents or patients, and
managers will reduce facility costs and staff burden. This book is a must-have
for nurses, medical directors and nursing home administrators, incontinence
specialists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, primary care
physicians, social workers, and other health care professionals who work with
older adults. |