someguygoblue32

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1. incontinence question

   someguygoblue32 replied to someguygoblue32's topic in General Nursing

   Hey casi: Which Tena product is the most adsorbent? There is like 10 different kinds. Also, you said I should look for diaper style/tape briefs. Isn't that what Attends are? How do I know? Thanks.

2. incontinence question

   someguygoblue32 replied to someguygoblue32's topic in General Nursing

   I'm going to try the Tena and get some chucks. And I have tried to stay pointed down. Sometimes it is hard when you have worn underwear for 30 years, and all the sudden you have something against that area 24/7. You guys are really helping me. Thank ...

3. incontinence question

   someguygoblue32 replied to someguygoblue32's topic in General Nursing

   Only briefs (not pads) are covered by my insurance.

4. incontinence question

   someguygoblue32 replied to someguygoblue32's topic in General Nursing

   The thing is the Attends Classic 10 (their most absorbent product) was replaced by Attends Breathable (now their most absorbent). It is cloth. I hate cloth. It is not absorbent enough. Most of the time with the Classic 10, I can go 2-3 times before I...

5. incontinence question

   someguygoblue32 replied to someguygoblue32's topic in General Nursing

   OK, I guess I need to clarify some things. I actually have a good group of aides right now. But, one of my aides recommended I start wearing Attends to guard against times whem there are no-shows and times when they are late. I set up my visits so I ...

6. incontinence question

   someguygoblue32 replied to someguygoblue32's topic in General Nursing

   I wear briefs because I have bowel movements too. I watch out for UTIs. I make sure my aides wash me up really well when they change me. I will try to get chucks. That sounds like it might be good for me. Luckily, I have not had any problems with inf...

7. incontinence question

   someguygoblue32 posted a topic in General Nursing

   I am in a wheelchair and have cerebral palsy. I am not incontinent per se, but I began wearing adult briefs because one of my home health aides recommended them. They work great for their purpose. I have aides coming four times a day. In the home hea...