I work in home health. I have an elderly patient who c/o having to "wipe and wipe" after having a bowel movement, but still doesn't obtain a level of acceptable cleanliness. He shared this problem tearfully, stating that in just the past few years he feels as though he's "falling apart." My suggestions were as follows: supplement his dry toilet paper with flushable moist wipes; try to incorporate ample fiber (fruits and vegetables) in his diet in an attempt to "firm up" the stool as much as possible; if interested, obtain a bidet that attaches to the existing toilet (found one at sammonspreston.com, anyone else have any other sources?). Anyone have any other ideas/suggestions/input? I appreciate it.
Bill Maloney, OTR -- Options? www.otnow.com/mailman/options/otlist_otnow.com Archive? www.mail-archive.com/[email protected]
