Incontinence Teaching 78
Instructed in that collection devices help when treatments to management incontinence fails. There are many types: liners, drips collectors, condoms, pads, guards, undergarments, briefs and bed pads. Device should be comfortable and discreet and should keep skin, clothes and furniture dry. Overpadding damages skin and reduces leakage awareness.
Reviewed November 2017
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.
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