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Elder-caregivers

alfie

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13. One other suggestion...

Reply to NurseJackie (Original post)

Sat Oct 19, 2019, 05:43 PM

Oct 2019

the caregivers should make an effort to be sure she is adequately hydrated. She should also be checked for a urinary tract infection. Dehydration and infection can greatly increase the odor of urine.

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Is there an easy way to get rid of urine odors? [View all] NurseJackie Oct 2019 OP

Mrs. Meyers Room Deodorizers Are Remakably Effective Me. Oct 2019 #1

I'll check that out. If I can find it on Amazon, I'll ship it to her. NurseJackie Oct 2019 #3

I See They Have Basil Me. Oct 2019 #10

If the urine smell persists, I would bet that it's in the carpet, the bedding, clothing, and ??? SharonAnn Oct 2019 #2

It's not a toilet, it's a bedside potty-chair. NurseJackie Oct 2019 #4

Ozium Spray no_hypocrisy Oct 2019 #5

is that still around?? Kali Oct 2019 #8

Dozens of places where you can buy it. no_hypocrisy Oct 2019 #16

An enzyme based cleaner works very well. mia Oct 2019 #6

there are good urine odor removers in the veterinary world Kali Oct 2019 #7

Try baking soda & or vinegar thinkingagain Oct 2019 #9

Zero Odor Sanity Claws Oct 2019 #11

THANK YOU everyone! These are great tips! I don't know... NurseJackie Oct 2019 #12

One other suggestion... alfie Oct 2019 #13

this Kali Oct 2019 #17

Thank you. NurseJackie Oct 2019 #18

Try activated charcoal. brush Oct 2019 #14

Biokleen Bac-Out Backseat Driver Oct 2019 #15