Incontinence pads should not be used as a routine alternative to assisting patients with using the toilet or other devices. They are meant to manage incontinence rather than replace proper toileting practices, ensuring dignity and promoting independence and mobility.

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Incontinence Pads

Question 4

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Incontinence pads

A) Should never be routinely applied or used instead of assisting patients to use a toilet, commode, urinal or bedpan
B) Are a useful method of reducing the number of times a patient needs to be assisted to use a toilet, commode, urinal or bedpan
C) Can be used in pairs, to increase their efficiency
D) None of the above

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