Assessment tool promotes continence after childbirth
Article Abstract:
Continence advisers for Sandwell Healthcare National Health Service Trust in West Bromwich, England, have developed a urinary and faecal incontinence risk-assessment tool for use by midwives with women during the postnatal period. This tool was developed in consultation with obstetricians, midwives and trust managers. All women receive an assessment postnatally using the tool, with the midwife providing instruction on pelvic floor exercises if necessary. Some women have been referred to the continence service, and all have achieved improved continence health.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1999
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What do users really think of continence care?
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An analysis of the second stage of the national care audit by the Association for Continence Advice reveals that whilst most patients are satisfied with the care received, many felt they had been given insufficient information. Other key issues included embarrassment and fear of discovery and insufficient, poorly designed public lavatories.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2000
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Back to basics: continence
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Continence is discussed with emphasis on its sensitive promotion and management. Advice on the causes of incontinence, treatments and aids including exercise, diet and medication is presented.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2000
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