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  1. Advancing Modules
  2. 04: Bladder and bowel rehabilitation following stroke
  3. Case 3: John Spout
  4. Equipment aids

Equipment aids

Superabsorbent gel (VernaGel™) and a non-spill adapter

Vernagel non-spill adapter Male urinal bottle with non-spill adapter

Equipment that might help John… Summary

Page last reviewed: 31 Jan 2022

Case 3: John SpoutUndertake assessment of urinary/faecal continenceAssessmentSymptomsInvestigationsEnvironment and functionCan you identify the problem?What factors may affect John’s continence?Continence promoting environmentThe toilet environmentStroke related factorsEquipment that might help John to overcome these functional challengesEquipment aidsSummaryKey Messages
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