In the case of John his environment was contributing to his continence problems. This is also the case for many stroke patients in a hospital environment therefore as health professionals we need to consider the issues identified in this case study.
Main messages are:
- optimise environment
- signpost toilet facilities
- ensure patients are able to access facilities
- assess functional ability
- provide appropriate equipment to support bladder and bowel rehabilitation and recovery of continence
- raise staff awareness on impact on environmental/functional factors on patient’s continence
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Page last reviewed: 31 Jan 2022
