Visit 1: baseline assessment
Continence
PAD
Evaluation of resident eligibility according to inclusion and exclusion criteria, obtaining of written informed consent from either resident or surrogate decision-maker, resident assent. Confirmation of resident eligibility and documentation of basic demographic characteristics (age, sex, comorbid conditions, coexistent medications).Data on pad type, absorbance level, size and day or night use, skin health status, quality of life, responsive behaviours, care profile and functional assessment will be obtained (see measures below). Continence products, if needed, and resident-specific diaries will be provided to caregivers.