[Urinary incontinence and long-term care].

Urinary incontinence is an important criteria in evaluating the elderly for longterm care placement. Not only is it a consideration, but, in many cases it is the deciding factor for admission to a nursing home and longterm care. However, as the results of a Côte-Nord region of Quebec study show, little is being done to treat urinary incontinence. This study, involving the clients of 52 nurses, also identified the nurses' need for continuing education about the causes of, and treatments for, this health problem. The authors are promoting a multidisciplinary approach to increase public awareness about the availability of effective treatments for urinary incontinence and to encourage a more open dialogue.