A Female Urinary Diversion Device for Military Women in the Deployed Environment
Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of this study was 1) to explore the utility of a female urinary diversion device (FUDD) as a self-care measure for female urination in the deployment environment, and 2) determine if there are differences in self-reported urinary symptoms between an intervention group and control group of deployed military women (MW). Design: This feasibility study design consisted of a randomized controlled trial [intervention group (IG) and control group (CG)] with repeated measures. Methods: Both groups completed a Predeployment Baseline Assessment Form. The IG received two FUDDs and instructions. They completed the Urination and FUDD Use during Deployment Survey at 3 and 6 months during deployment. The CG completed the Urination during Deployment Survey at 3 and 6 months during deployment. Sample: MW (n = 94) deployed for 6 months to austere locations in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) were recruited from an SRC. They were randomly assigned to the IG (n = 61) or CG (n = 33). Of the 61 military women randomized to the IG, twenty-two completed the three-month questionnaire and twenty-six completed the six-month questionnaire. Of the 33 individuals randomized to the CG, seven completed the three-month questionnaire and six completed the six-month questionnaire.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 27, 2016
- Accession Number
- AD1022563
Entities
People
- Nancy M. Steele