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Interventions 10.7.1 Monitor/record toileting needs to check frequency, retention or constipation. Use site specific documentation. Obtain a continence history from the patient, which may include a bladder chart. Check post void residuals in incontinent older patients. Consider risk factors for falling related to incontinence, along with the symptoms and signs of bladder and bowel dysfunction. ABPG p58 ABPG p58 ABPG p58 Review toileting needs with patient daily including frequency, patient’s requirement for continence/ toileting aids and assistance required to access toilet facilities Establish a plan of care for bowel and bladder function. Assess functional considerations such as mobility and accessibility of the toilet. As part of multifactorial intervention, toileting protocols and practices should be in place for patients at risk of falling. Managing problems with urinary tract function is effective as part of a multifactorial approach to care. SQIG p21 ABPG p58 ABPG p55 ABPG p55 Complete urinalysis. If abnormal, discuss with MO if MSU indicated Organise routine screening urinalysis to identify urinary tract infections. Ward urinalysis should form part of routine assessment for older people with a risk of falling. SQIG p21 ABPG p55 Minimum Interventions 10.4 Environmental modifications should be included as part of a multifactorial intervention. ABPG p91 Provide ongoing orientation for patient to bed area, toilet facilities and ward Orient the patient to the bed area, room, ward or unit facilities. Some patients might need repeated orientation because of cognitive impairment. ABPG p24
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