Assessment and Management of Common Types of Incontinence

Assessment and Management of Common Types of Incontinence

This interactive lecture discusses the assessment and management of common types of incontinence which occur in older people. The need for health professionals who are case managers of frail older people to actively screen and assess for incontinence is emphasised. Useful screening questions to ask in the assessment of incontinence in the elderly are provided. Nocturia is identified as a common problem in aged care and is clearly defined. The Bristol Stool Chart and faecal continence is discussed.

The main concepts explored in this session are:

• Assessment and management of common types of incontinence
• Nocturia
• Faecal continence
• The Bristol Stool Chart

Susan McCarthy is a Continence Nurse Advisor and Coordinator of the Victorian Continence Resource Centre. Susan was also the former Coordinator of the CNC Continence Service, Peninsula Health, Victoria. Susan has a substantial background in clinical practice, research and teaching aspects of the care and management of those affected by incontinence problems. Susan has been a long time active member of the Continence Foundation of Australia. Susan is an engaging and knowledgeable speaker.

Speaker name: Susan McCarthy
Recorded: 6 & 7 May 2010
Listening time: 18 Mins
Conference: Clinical Nursing Skills In Aged Care
Session in Conference: Common types of incontinence part3
State: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Professional Reviews:

Hi Nancy,  Thank you for your feedback, we are looking to update the audio track with a new version and should have an improved and longer lecture in the new year.   Kind regards,  Will @ Ausmed

I find this audio session only 18 minutes long offers insfficient information. It is also confusing as it doesn't start in the beginning or has an ending and I have no clue as where is part one of the session. The sound track is of poor quality and I have difficulty listening to it.