The Effects of Patterned Urge‐Response Toileting (PURT) on Urinary Incontinence among Nursing Home Residents

Abstract

The training program was effective in reducing UI though compliance among nursing staff averaged only 70% of the prescribed toileting times. The success of this approach is similar to other recently described behavioral programs but achieved the reduction using only regular nursing staff. This individualized approach supports the recent regulatory thrust to individualize care to promote and maintain functional abilities and autonomy.