Course Code: REL-RTS-0-BUIAT
Hours: 1.25
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Determine urinary and fecal incontinence types and their primary signs and symptoms.
Choose key questions to ask during the subjective intake for someone reporting bladder, bowel, and pelvic floor muscle dysfunction.
Select at least three assessment components unique to examining patients with bowel and bladder incontinence.
Determine appropriate treatment interventions for bowel and bladder incontinence based on patient presentation.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Anatomy and Physiology Overview
Why It Matters
Pelvic Floor and Pelvic Viscera Anatomy
Supporting Musculature
Mechanisms of Continence
Review
Summary
Section 3: Defining Urinary and Fecal Incontinence
Urinary Incontinence
Review
Fecal Incontinence
Review
Summary
Section 4: Assessment of Bowel and Bladder Dysfunction
Expected Bladder and Bowel Function
Subjective Intake
Objective Examination
Review
Summary
Section 5: Management of Bowel and Bladder Dysfunction
Urge and Stress UI
Seepage and Overflow FI
Review
Additional Treatment Options for Incontinence
Review
Summary
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Wendy Phillips, PT, BSPT
Wendy holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Florida State University in Biology, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy from Florida A&M University. She has more than 25 years of experience working as a Physical Therapist in multiple care settings, including acute care, inpatient rehab, independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and outpatient orthopedics. Wendy has a strong manual therapy background and has completed additional training in McConnell taping, geriatric care, McKenzie MDT, Maitland Mobilizations for the joints and spine. She is most passionate about using her manual skills to improve mobility and reduce pain in individuals of all ages. As a Lead Physical Therapy writer for Relias, Wendy enjoys being able to combine her clinical knowledge with her interest in research and staying up-to-date with changes and advances in the field of rehabilitation.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Intermediate level Occupational Therapist; Intermediate level Physical Therapist; in the following settings: Rehabilitation Settings.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.