title: Bladder management for adults following head injury.
abstract: Urinary incontinence is a common issue in the treatment of adults with head injuries, but it is frequently neglected by healthcare professionals. Because the problem is treatable, early intervention is recommended. This article presents a systematic and comprehensive approach to bladder management. This management program includes three main interventions: fluid management, establishment of a micturition schedule, and use of a behavioral approach based on positive reinforcement. These interventions can be used independently or simultaneously, depending on the nursing assessment.
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authors.lastname: Grinspun
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001521:Behavior Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D006259:Craniocerebral Trauma / Q000150:complications*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009737:Nursing Records; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D013997:Time Factors; D014549:Urinary Incontinence / Q000209:etiology / Q000534:rehabilitation*