Moving Beyond the Leakages: Practical Strategies to Manage Incontinence

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Speaker: Nicole Davis, MSN, ANP-BC, GNP-BC

This webinar covers how to:

Understand the challenges and issues related to caring for an older adult with urinary incontinence
Learn practical tips to manage urinary incontinence
Identify strategies to promote toileting safety, reduce risk of falls, and care for skin
Learn strategies to manage stress

For more information, contact FCA’s Education Coordinator at (800) 445-8106.

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