K - BLADDER FUNCTION






Clinicians should undertake a general physical examination that includes:

  1. blood pressure management
  2. abdominal examination
  3. external genitalia examination
  4. vaginal or rectal examination (as indicated for evidence of pelvic floor prolapse, fecal loading or alterations in anal tone)
  5. ISNCSCI assessment, if necessary
  6. hand function
  7. mobility
  8. cognitive assessment
(Adapted from NICE 2012, p.50; Level C)