One of the major issues confronting both people who have incontinence and caregivers for incontinent loved ones is how to clean up after there has been an accident. This can be both an emotional and physical issue. The person who has had the accident may be embarrassed and ashamed and if they are unable to take care of themselves they may feel even more humiliated. This makes it very important that the caregiver know the right procedure for cleaning up the person in the fastest and most efficient way possible.

It is also important to keep in mind that the skin on the person who is experiencing incontinence may be vulnerable. This is especially true if the person is older since aging skin tends to be more delicate and fragile. This makes it crucial to use gentle incontinence products that have been formulated to deal with incontinence. These incontinence supplies can be purchased on sites that offer adult incontinence products. Along with being able to purchase adult diapers, incontinence pads, and incontinence underwear, there are also cleansers, moisturizers, and skin creams that provide a protective barrier.

There are other tips that can help you to deal with the aftermath of an incontinence accident in an efficient manner. These tips are-

– Keep a bag of clothes and incontinence supplies handy-This way you won’t have to make the person you are cleaning wait while you go and gather up all of the incontinence supplies that you need. It is important that you make sure that you replenish the bag after each use so you do not have to stop and look for something. Keep in mind that a quick change and cleaning is key to keeping the skin of the incontinent person healthy and infection free.

– Have plenty of incontinence products on hand-Just like companies that have a reorder point you should have a point where you reorder the incontinence undergarment that is being used. Whether the person with incontinence can do themselves or this falls to the caregiver when there is plenty of incontinence undergarments on hand you won’t risk running out. Be sure to figure in shipping time when you go to reorder whatever incontinence products you are using.

– Check with the doctor if you have any questions-There can be certain conditions that affect what incontinence products are used and how they may affect the skin of the person with incontinence. If you have any questions about what incontinence products should be used or certain ways to clean the skin you should consult with your health care professional.

Now that you know the tips that can make cleaning the skin of someone who has had an incontinence accident easier, here is the procedure that should be followed-

– Use as many wet wipes as necessary to thoroughly clean the skin. Many incontinence wipes come with a cleaner built in so you may not need to add anything. It is recommended that you stay away from using a fabric washcloth since this can be hard on the skin. When you are finished pat don’t rub the skin dry.

– Apply a cornstarch like powder if you do desire. This can aid in the drying and provide a protective barrier to the skin. It is also at this stage you can put on a moisturizer and skin barrier cream if needed.

– Replace with a new incontinence undergarment.

Dianna Malkowski is a Board Certified Physician Assistant and Mayo Clinic trained nutritionist specializing in diabetes, cancer, wound healing, therapeutic diets and nutrition support. Also good at guiding right Incontinence products.

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Incontinence is not a normal part of the aging process. Seniors are more at risk of developing incontinence from a variety of different factors.
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Author Bio: Dianna Malkowski is a Board Certified Physician Assistant and Mayo Clinic trained nutritionist specializing in diabetes, cancer, wound healing, therapeutic diets and nutrition support. Also good at guiding right Incontinence products.

Visit the Care Giver Partnership for more info on Adult diapers

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