Incontinence/sexuality Flashcards
Incontinence
loss of voluntary control over urination or defecation
urinary incontinence most common in women over 50
caused by enlarged prostate in men (BPH)
caused by weak muscles of pelvic floor/urethra, multiple pregnancy, decreased estrogen
4 type of incontinence
stress incontinence
OAB
Overflow incontinence
Functional incontinence
Stress Incontinence
leaking due to strain on bladder from movement (coughing, sneezing, jumping, laughing) most common, weak pelvic floor/menopause
Overactive Bladder OAB
sudden/unstoppable urgency even when the bladder is not full, hyperstimulation of detrusor muscles due to nerve damage, infection, medication or abdominal trauma
Overflow incontinence
inability to fully empty the bladder leading to urine build up that may leak out unexpectedly
Functional incontinence
urinary leakage due to cognitive issues such as dementia, delirium, intellectual disability and neurological/muscular limitations such as arthritis, inability to recognize need for bathroom
Fecal incontinence
due to weakening of external anal sphincter or lack of awareness (Dementia), exacerbated during episodes of diarrhea
Results of incontinence
social isolation, increased risk of infection, skin irritation, anxiety, depression, reduced sexual activity, and reduced QOL
fear of incontinences leads to self-management –>dehydration–>falls
Assessing incontinence
Occupational profile- gather data impacting daily function and QOL
Evaluate body posture, core strength, breath hold and release pattern
Eval posture on toileting; identify if added pressure or tightening of pelvic floor decrease emptying, breath holding can strain/weaken pelvic floor
Incontinence Intervention
Lifestyle modfication
Pelvic floor exercises: knack vs. kegel
Core and LB strengthening: bridges, hip abduction/adduction
Postural training when toileting and sit to stand
Lifestyle modification: incontinence
Scheduled toileting
Keep bowel/bladder diary
Dietary/fluid intake modification
Medication timing
Breathing techniques when voiding
Knack technique
In standing turn toes out tighten from back/release, repeat with toes turned in
Adaptive/environmental approach to incontinence
Avoid bulky pads that might trap moisture
Clothing options for easier management
Bedside commode
Pinch/grip strength for clothing management
Sexuality
Plays role in sense of self, embraces how one feels about themselves, how they relate to others, how they create relationships with others, and overall
How they express themselves
Includes: sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, eroticism pleasure, intimacy, reproduction
Biosocial, psycho, spiritual, ethical, and cultural influences
Sexual expression
Encompasses ways that sexuality can be expressed through feelings/actions associates with QOL, wellbeing, and health
Includes flirting, kissing, holding hands, masturbating, intercourse
Thoughts, desires, beliefs, attitudes, roles, and relationships
Sexual activity
aDL, participation in a gamut of possibilities of sexual expression, requires ROM, strength, endurance, mobility, ability to receive and give consent
Sexual functioning
Ability to participate in sexual activities w/o difficulty that results in satisfaction
Difficulties include pain/discomfort, physiological challenges, dysfunction due to physical/psychological, medication side effects