Continence Care Awareness

Empower yourself with knowledge to provide compassionate continence care.

This course offers a comprehensive overview of continence health, equipping you with the skills to support individuals with dignity and respect. Learn about the different types of incontinence, their impact, and effective management strategies, as well as the importance of care plans, hygiene, and support.

Incontinence Basics: Understand the various types of incontinence, their causes, and how they affect individuals’ lives.

Bladder and Bowel Health: Explore the anatomy and physiology of the bladder and bowel, and learn how to promote healthy function.

Continence Management: Discover effective strategies for managing incontinence, including bladder and bowel training, catheter care, and stoma care.

Individualised Care: Learn to create personalised care plans that address the unique needs of individuals with incontinence.

Key outcomes:

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

  • Explain the different types of incontinence and their impact
  • Implement strategies to promote bladder and bowel health
  • Provide appropriate care and support for individuals with incontinence
  • Understand the hygiene aspects of supporting an individual with incontinence
  • Create individualised care plans to meet individual needs
  • Assist an individual to write a bowel/bladder diary
  • Understand the importance of dignity and respect in continence care

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