Monthly Archives: September 2015
Goodbye Sweet Elsie!
I finally made the fatal call today regarding my eldest client. This lovely woman had just recently turned 96 and she was yet another favorite of mine. The only issue is that her health was failing and we both knew … Continue reading
Reusable Depends (Posted late on 09/30 from 09/29)
As you can imagine, especially if you or a loved one are going through it, buying Depends or incontinence pads gets costly. Depending on the brand that your loved one or client uses will depend on said cost. There is … Continue reading
What have we learned here?
So, I have presented you with a lot of data about Overactive Bladder Disorder or OAB. From drug therapies to differing bladder issues, there was a lot of information that I hope you can use when trying to show your … Continue reading
What is Pharmacologic Therapy? (Posted late on 09/28 from 09/27)
Drug therapy is basically what Pharmacologic Therapy is, but in this case, it includes the preparation, uses and effects of drugs prescribed to those suffering from Overactive Bladder Disorder, OAB. Currently the drug of choice is an anticholinergic agent, which … Continue reading
What type of exercises should my clients do to help their OAB?
Showing your clients with Overactive Bladder Disorder (OAB) that they can manage their bladder issues and retrain the bladder with pelvic floor rehabilitation exercises will help them to realize that you mean business by believing that With Age Comes Respect. … Continue reading
What types of therapies are there for incontinence?
First there is nonpharmacologic therapy. What exactly is it? Okay, so as a caregiver, you must realize that your clients are drinking less because they are afraid of incontinence issues during the day – and especially at night. The deal … Continue reading
What exactly is a bladder diary? (Posted late on 09/25 from 09/24)
Well, like the name indicates, a bladder diary (sometimes referred to as a volume-frequency chart) is a simplistic, noninvasive tool that helps your clients can use if they have a voiding dysfunction. It is simple to use really. All you … Continue reading
There are also optional tests that can be given
Namely, post-void residual urine volume can be measured in those women that present with OAB – Overactive Bladder Disorder. There is one big issue though that you need to be aware of enough to share with your client(s) that have … Continue reading
What will a urinalysis prove?
A urinalysis can be performed in one of two ways. By dipstick. By microscopic examination of the sediment. The second method is recommended for those individuals suffering from Overactive Bladder Disorder (OAB). This is because the sediment can then be … Continue reading
What will a physical examination prove? (Posted late on 09/22 from 09/21)
Depending on your client’s gender will determine what type of physical examination that they will require to determine if they are experiencing symptoms of Overactive Bladder Disorder (OAB). What you will want to know as their caregiver is exactly what … Continue reading
With Age Comes Respect - An Elderly Caregiver's Perspective 