Choosing and using disposable body-worn continence pads

Gilbert, Rachel RN, DipN

Rachel Gilbert, RN, DipN, is continence nurse specialist, Kingston Primary Care Trust Older People's Services, Tolworth Hospital, Tolworth, Surrey

Nursing Times 101(29):p 50-51, July 19, 2005.

Managing incontinence, and the use of disposable incontinence pads in particular, is seen as a basic nursing activity only. Yet inappropriate selection and ineffective use of these pads has negative consequences. Rachel Gilbert describes the correct and effective use of disposable, body-worn incontinence pads (see Editorial, p 45)