The Impact of Information on Health Behaviors of Older Adults with Urinary Incontinence

Jill Milne
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Jill Milne: University of Calgary

Clinical Nursing Research, 2000, vol. 9, issue 2, 161-176

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to explore the impact of education about urinary incontinence on the subsequent help-seeking behaviors of older adults. Fortyfive community-dwelling seniors were randomized to two groups. One group received individualized instruction supported by written information; the other received written information alone. All participants received a list of local health care professionals specializing in the assessment and treatment of urinary incontinence. Seventeen participants sought professional help following the intervention; however, there was no significant difference in help-seeking behaviors between intervention groups,c2 = 1.42,a= 0.05. The most common reason for lack of help-seeking postintervention was a preference for self-care. Eighty-eight percent of those who initiated self-help behaviors reported a subjective improvement in the frequency or volume of their incontinence. Results emphasize the important role registered nurses should play in the dissemination of complete and accurate information about urinary incontinence .

Date: 2000
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DOI: 10.1177/105477380000900205

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