Urinary incontinence (UI) is an international problem, affecting a high percentage of geriatric women. Nurses caring for geriatric women of all ages should be aware of the problem of UI and familiarize themselves with the potential treatment options for these patients. This article focuses on the prevalence, burden, clinical application, and management recommendations for the different types of UI.
Keywords: Aging; Geriatric; Management; Mixed incontinence; Stress incontinence; Urge urinary incontinence; Urinary incontinence; Women.
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