Bladder

Functional Incontinence

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Functional Incontinence

  • Pathophysiology
  1. No organic abnormality of Bladder
  2. Incontinence due to decreased acces to toilet
    1. Cognitive, physical, or social Impairment
  • Symptoms
  • Causes
  1. Dementia
  2. Delirium
  3. Major Depression
  4. Physical Impairment with limited assistance
    1. Osteoarthritis or other limited mobility
    2. Restraints
  • Management
  1. Scheduled voiding time
  2. Modify environment to maximize toilet access
  3. External collection devices or catheters