Bayliss, a clinical nurse specialist, et al., who developed the original concept of bladder and bowel care pathways in the UK, provide a guide for new nurses and nursing students to improving their care for patients with continence problems. They present an evidence-based alternative method of assessing and delivering care that puts the patient at the center and opposes using a catheter or pad as the first option. They detail why they developed this method, how others can design their own pathways for specific client groups, how to involve the patient and other experts, and how to assess, treat, and manage a person with bladder or bowel dysfunction. Health policies in the UK only are discussed. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
This practical and timely book gives all the information required to implement care pathways for continence so that patients at all levels can have access to evidence based support and advice. It guides the reader through the pathway experience offering suggestions and advice on how to implement them locally, avoiding pitfalls, and incorporating case studies from Trusts who implement them. Written by experts in the field, it brings evidence and practice together, offering an alternative approach to assessment.
