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Reusable Versus Disposable Incontinent Briefs: A Multiperspective Crossover Clinical Trial

Dan W. Harper

Sisters of Charity of Ottawa Hospital, Saint Vincent Pavilion

Patricia A. O'Hara

Sisters of Charity of Ottawa Hospital, Saint Vincent Pavilion

Jonathan Lareau

Sisters of Charity of Ottawa Hospital, Saint Vincent Pavilion

Jane Cass

Sisters of Charity of Ottawa Hospital, Saint Vincent Pavilion

Elsa K. Black

Sisters of Charity of Ottawa Hospital, Saint Vincent Pavilion

Anne Stewart

Sisters of Charity of Ottawa Hospital, Saint Vincent Pavilion

Jeannine Sigouin

Sisters of Charity of Ottawa Hospital, Saint Vincent Pavilion

A crossover clinical trial was conducted comparing reusable and disposable incontinent briefs in a chronic care setting. Information from patients, families, and nursing staff was gathered before and after the study, which included 3 weeks experience with each product type. Skin condition and opinions concerning fit, leakage, odor control, ease of use, perceived cost, perceived environmental effects, and overall preference were outcome variables. No differential effect was found concerning skin condition. At the end of the study, 80% of respondents preferred the reusable product overall. Perceived advantages for the reusable product included cost and environmental friendliness.

Journal of Applied Gerontology, Vol. 14, No. 4, 391-407 (1995)
DOI: 10.1177/073346489501400403
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