Introduction: Urinary incontinence is a common condition that can arise from various health issues, including aging, neurological disorders, or trauma. Despite its prevalence, it can cause significant emotional stress and embarrassment for patients. Family members often experience uncertainty regarding the most effective ways to provide care and experience feelings of shame and frustration due to the discomfort incontinence brings. Nevertheless, many caregivers report a sense of personal fulfillment when assisting their loved ones. Understanding the essential aspects of dignity-preserving continence care enables nurses to oppose practices that violate dignity and identify opportunities to maintain it. Purpose: The aim of the diploma work was to examine the aspects of dignity in the care of patients with urinary incontinence through the analysis of scientific and professional foreign literature. Methods: In the diploma work, we used a descriptive method with a review of foreign professional and scientific literature. The literature for this study was sourced from the following databases: MedLine-PubMed, CINAHL, Web of Science, and COBIB-COBISS. Additionally, we reviewed the reference lists of previously identified articles to ensure comprehensive coverage of relevant sources. Results: We have found that urinary incontinence significantly affects the dignity of older adults, leading to shame, isolation, and reduced self-esteem. Effective care requires respectful communication, privacy, and the involvement of family caregivers. A key improvement would be systemic support for dignified care through trained staff and clear protocols Discussion and conclusion: Urinary incontinence has a strong impact on the psychosocial well-being of older adults, highlighting the importance of dignified care in all settings. Key factors include adequately trained staff, an individualized approach, and the involvement of family caregivers. We believe that improving care quality requires greater systemic support and a holistic understanding of the needs of people with incontinence.
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