Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9737572 | International Journal of Nursing Studies | 2005 | 14 Pages |
Abstract
Urinary incontinence (UI) is a condition that is associated with decreased quality of life. Apart from this impact on quality of life, UI is also a very costly problem. It is recognised that 'usual care' for patients suffering from UI is not optimal. Specialised nurses can play an important role in the care for community-dwelling incontinent patients, as they have the appropriate interpersonal and technical skills to provide patient-tailored care. This systematic review analyses the effect of treatment by nurses on clinical and economic outcomes. A total of 12 randomised controlled trials (RCTs) were found, varying in terms of population, setting, outcome measurement and control/intervention. There is limited evidence that treatment by nurses results in a decrease in incontinence. No evidence was found for cost reduction. Recommendations are made for future studies.
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Authors
M.F.M.T. Du Moulin, J.P.H. Hamers, A. Paulus, C. Berendsen, R. Halfens,