Continence

Another activity of daily living - The ability to maintain control of bowel and bladder function. Or, when unable to maintain control these functions, the ability to perform associated personal hygiene (including caring for catheter or colostomy bag)

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See Also:

• Activities of Daily Living;
• Adult day care;
• Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs);
• Medicare;
• Standby assistance;

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