How to Use an Incontinence Adult Pull-Up Pad

1. How to Use an Incontinence Adult Pull-Up Pad It is good to know that there are specially designed pads created for incontinence called incontinence pads. These pads' main purpose is to absorb urine leakage. Incontinence pads are created to be impermeable, have high absorbency, and come in multi-layered sheets. It is commonly used in the healthcare industry and comes in a variety of styles including briefs, minipads, inserts, panty-liners, complete undergarments, and replacement underwear. For patients confined in hospitals, incontinence pads are commonly placed under a patient on a bed that serves as a precaution for incontinence. Some of these pads are washable and can be reused several times. Also, these pads are both manufactured in heavy and light grades. And unlike sanitary napkins that are commonly used by women, these pads can be used by both men and women for urine leakage. The use of incontinence pads is often a sensitive issue among people suffering from incontinence. To coax a patient or a family member to use an incontinence pad, try comparing the use of these pads with wearing maxi pads (for women) and jock straps (for men). Avoid using the word 'diapers' that may increase their

2. embarrassment over their condition. Comparing it to something familiar might help veer away the patient or family member's thoughts from the taboo of the subject. Also, you might want to try a little honesty when discussing their condition. It is best to tell them the truth about their adult pull up pads and try to explain that wearing these pads will help lessen their bathroom visits and will also help lessen the stress that they feel about their condition. And when changing the pads, treat it as a part of the regular dressing drill. Always work from behind the patient or the family member since this helps them maintain their privacy when pads are being changed. And adding a little discretion might also help for difficult patients or family members who are not willing to wear these pads. In such situations, try inserting the pad in their underpants before helping them dress. This could make the pad less noticeable. When changing incontinence pads, try standing behind the person whose pads need to be changed. Undo any clothing straps and lower the pants and undergarments and remove the soiled pads from the undergarments. Wipe clean the area that was exposed to waste using cleansing wipes and remove the adhesive strip of the new pad before placing it in the undergarment. Once the adhesive strip has been removed, place the clean incontinence pull up pad in the undergarment with its sticky side facing down so that it will cling to the surface of the undergarment. And once the clean incontinence pad is already in place and positioned properly in the undergarment, pull up the undergarment and other clothing and fasten them in place. When dealing with people with incontinence, always bear in mind that some of them may need additional support and assistance.