A quick wash

Continence care is about more than just keeping the patient clean.

Key action points

  • Activities such as going to the toilet are often considered private and embarrassing
  • Cleaning a patient’s genital area requires tact and discretion
  • Just ‘doing it’ can be very frightening and invites a behavioural reaction
Improving the quality and humanity of hospital care for people living with dementia.
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