Specialist Training

Continence Management and Care

The Continence Management course trains UK healthcare professionals to assess and manage incontinence effectively, supporting patient dignity and person-centred care across diverse populations.

Continence management is a vital area of healthcare, addressing the needs of individuals experiencing urinary or faecal incontinence. This condition can significantly impact quality of life, particularly for older adults, individuals with neurological disorders, and those managing chronic illnesses. The Continence Management and Care course equips healthcare professionals with the knowledge to assess and manage incontinence effectively while ensuring patient dignity and person-centred care.

The course is aligned with UK guidelines and best practices, exploring the anatomy and physiology of the bladder and bowel systems, comprehensive assessment techniques, and evidence-based management strategies. It delves into behavioural, pharmacological, and technological interventions, alongside addressing the psychological and social challenges faced by individuals with incontinence. By adopting a holistic approach, this course empowers participants to improve patient outcomes and enhance the quality of life through collaborative and compassionate care.
 

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • 01

    Understand the anatomy and physiology related to continence mechanisms.

  • 02

    Conduct effective assessments of patients with continence needs.

  • 03

    Implement evidence-based interventions and care strategies for continence management.

  • 04

    Advocate for and support the dignity and well-being of patients experiencing continence issues.

  • 05

    Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive continence care.

Course Contents

  • Introduction to Continence Care
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Assessment and Diagnosis
  • Management of Urinary Incontinence
  • Management of Fecal Incontinence
  • Advanced Therapies and Technologies
  • Continence Care in Special Populations
  • Psychological and Social Aspects of Incontinence
  • Interdisciplinary Approach to Continence Care
  • Evidence-Based Practice and Quality Improvement

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

You will learn comprehensive strategies for managing and caring for patients with continence issues, including assessment, evidence-based care strategies, and ways to support patient dignity and well-being.

This course has been developed to comply with the latest UK healthcare guidelines and protocols, ensuring you receive relevant and current information.

The course is delivered online through our Learning Management System, offering interactive modules, videos, presentations, downloadable resources, and case studies.

Healthcare professionals, including nurses, care workers, and physiotherapists, involved in the care of patients with continence issues will benefit from this course. It contributes to your professional development by expanding your expertise in continence care, a critical aspect of patient support and rehabilitation.

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