How the bladder and bowel works

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This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.

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Liam

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This resource aims to support RCN members to manage incontinence for people with bladder and bowel problems. With an introductory video from the Bladder and Bowel Forum, here you can increase your skills around supporting patients with the right care.

Double incontinence is when both bowel and bladder control problems are experienced.

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