The continence advisor
is responsible for managing the unit as well as some cystometric testing.
She has her own continence clinic, which provides advice, teaches clean
intermittent self-catheterisation, and provides assessment and treatment
of pelvic floor. She is available to provide advice on urinary and faecal
problems to the Gynaecology and Obstetric wards. She is also a qualified
stomatherapist and is able to provide a full stoma service including pre
and post-operative counselling, siting of the stoma, advice on stoma products
and follow-up care both in the community and in the hospital. |