Communicating about toileting, assistive devices, promoting healthy bowel and bladder, and bowel and bladder conditions

Question 1

Communicating about toileting and why it is important

Answer 1

It’s important to communicate with the client about toileting in a way that makes them comfortable

Question 2

What are the best practices when communicating about toileting?

Answer 2

• identify and respect consumer preferences
• Use words the client uses and prefers when talking about toileting
• Give the client privacy whenever possible
• Know the client’s toilet schedule or routine
• Always be professional and courteous

Question 3

What are the toileting assistive devices?

Answer 3

*Commode *Male or female urinal *Bedpan *Fracture pan

Question 4

How do you promote a healthy bowel and bladder?

Answer 4

• Drink plenty of liquids
• Relax (Don’t strain when going to the bathroom
• Exercise or stay fit if possible (and approved by the client’s medical provider)
• See a medical provider
• stick to a routine
• Make sure your environment supports your routine
• Make healthy food choices

Question 5

What are some bladder conditions?

Answer 5

*Common bladder conditions include urinary incontinence, urinary tract infection, and kidney stones

Question 6

What are some bowel conditions?

Answer 6

*Common bowel conditions include bowel incontinence, constipation, fecal impaction, and diarrhea.

Question 7

If there are any signs and symptoms of these

Answer 7

Encourage the client to see a medical provider and report it to the supervisor or case manager