Managing a common dermatological problem: incontinence dermatitis

Br J Community Nurs. 2007 Aug;12(8):358-63. doi: 10.12968/bjcn.2007.12.8.24365.

Abstract

Incontinence dermatitis is an under-recognized and under-researched problem that mostly affects older people who have continence problems. Nurses who are aware of the risk factors can provide care that reduces the risk of this distressing problem. If incontinence dermatitis occurs, evidence-based care can be used to treat the person and reduce the risks of further complications.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aging / physiology
  • Community Health Nursing
  • Dermatitis* / etiology
  • Dermatitis* / prevention & control
  • Dermatologic Agents / therapeutic use
  • Diaper Rash* / etiology
  • Diaper Rash* / prevention & control
  • Emollients / therapeutic use
  • Fecal Incontinence / complications*
  • Geriatric Assessment
  • Geriatric Nursing
  • Humans
  • Nurse's Role
  • Nursing Assessment
  • Risk Factors
  • Skin Care / methods
  • Skin Care / nursing
  • Urinary Incontinence / complications*

Substances

  • Dermatologic Agents
  • Emollients