Inclusion of dementia in local continence guidance

Drennan, Vari

Vari Drennan is professor of healthcare and policy research; Laura Cole is a research associate; Sheila Donovan is a research fellow; all at Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education, Kingston University and St George's University of London.

•This article has been double-blind peer reviewed

Nursing Times 109(27):p 22, July 10, 2013.

Abstract

Drennan V et al (2013) Inclusion of dementia in local continence guidance. Nursing Times; 109: 27, 22-23 Evidence shows that people with dementia and their families and carers feel health professionals do not always adequately address needs surrounding continence.

This article examines continence guidance from a range of trusts across England to find out if they include specific guidance relating to dementia.

Information on continence for people with dementia living at home, and their carers, is often inadequate, so community nurses should review what is provided in their area

In this article…

▸ Summary of local guidelines on continence and dementia
▸ Suggestions for improving practice
▸ Involving carers in information for families and professionals