Urinary incontinence in men: what the practice nurse needs to know. (2nd May 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Yates, Ann
• Is Part Of: Practice nursing. Volume 33:Number 5(2022)
• Page Start: 186
• Page End: 189
• Publication Date: 2022-05-02
• Subjects: Male -- Risk factors -- Urinary incontinence; Nursing -- Practice -- Great Britain -- Periodicals; 610.730941
• DOI: 10.12968/pnur.2022.33.5.186
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0964-9271

Abstract

Abstract : Male incontinence is an underestimated condition. Ann Yates explores the role practice nurses can play in identifying, treating and managing the condition Male urinary incontinence is an underestimated condition, with health professionals unaware of the risk factors and, even when aware, unsure of how to address them. This article will identify current known prevalence figures, identify known risk factors and will then progress to identify how to undertake an assessment of the presenting symptoms, conservative treatment options and, finally, management options.