The Gerontologist, Vol 35, Issue 5 656-665, Copyright © 1995 by The Gerontological Society of America

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The use of a computer-based model to implement an incontinence management program

JF Schnelle, P McNees, V Crooks and JG Ouslander
Borun Center for Gerontological Research, UCLA School of Medicine, Jewish Home for the Aging, Reseda 91335, USA.

A computerized total quality management model was used to implement an incontinence system in eight nursing homes. Research staff measured resident wetness for one month, provided training in the implementation of the program in less than five days, and measured resident wetness for six months after implementation. Seven of the eight nursing homes significantly improved resident dryness for a six-month period. However, extensive monitoring of the nursing home computers by modem and telephone feedback from the research staff was necessary to produce successful maintenance.

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