PS3-25: Raising Literacy and Capacity for Incontinence and Skin Care in Dementia: Needs Assessment of Family/Friend Caregivers and Healthcare Providers

摘要

Background and Aims: Incontinence can occur in Alzheimer’s disease or dementia (AD). Skin damage is frequently a physical complication. Few AD support programs directly address these problems. The purpose of this study is to assess and better meet the needs of informal caregivers and healthcare providers of persons with AD about issues of incontinence and perineal skin care.