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Quantitative survey reveals urinary incontinence burdens staff and affects care quality in long-term care settings, highlighting a need for better management.
The current study assessed the impact of urinary incontinence (UI) on residents, staff, care processes, and quality measures in long-term care (LTC) settings. A 70-question quantitative online survey was sent to directors of nursing (DONs) who had worked for ≥1 year in a ≥100-bed facility (≥80% LTC beds). Of the 62% of residents with UI, 40% were always incontinent, and 81% used incontinence products for UI. Overall, 59% of DONs reported that UI management contributes to certified nursing assistant turnover. Approximately 36% of resident falls occurred while trying to get to the bathroom. LTC quality measures reported as significantly impacted by UI included urinary tract infection and falls with major injury. Only 14% of residents with UI were treated with medication. Most (75%) DONs were unaware of any link between anticholinergic medications and risk of cognitive side effects. These results highlight the need for improved UI treatment, awareness, and management in this population. [ Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 48 (7), 38–46.]
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