NDIS Category: 0104 High-Intensity Support

RN-Led Complex Bowel Care for NDIS Participants
Respectful, Consistent Support

Respectful, consistent bowel care with RN training and governance. We provide bowel routines, stoma support, comfort monitoring, and comprehensive RN oversight with competency training.

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Clinical Interventions We Provide

  • Digital Bowel Care
    Digital stimulation and manual evacuation
  • Suppository & Enema Administration
    Prescribed rectal medication protocols
  • Stoma Care & Management
    Appliance changes and peristomal care
  • Autonomic Dysreflexia Protocols
    AD recognition and emergency response

Why Specialized Bowel Care Matters

For many NDIS participants with neurological conditions, bowel function requires careful, consistent support. Without it, participants may experience:

Without Proper Support

  • Health complications— Faecal impaction can be painful and lead to hospitalization
  • Reduced dignity— Unmanaged bowel care affects confidence and participation
  • Medical emergencies— In SCI participants at T6 or above, bowel-related issues can trigger autonomic dysreflexia
  • Preventable hospital visits— Many admissions can be avoided with consistent care

The Good News

With our RN-led protocols and your support team's consistency, these risks are preventable.

  • RN-developed bowel management protocols
  • Consistent, dignified care routines
  • Trained support workers who understand your needs
  • Emergency protocols for AD and other risks
Critical Safety Protocol

Autonomic Dysreflexia: What You Need to Know

Autonomic dysreflexia (AD) is a serious, potentially life-threatening response that can occur in spinal cord injury (SCI) participants at T6 or above. Bowel-related triggers (impaction, bowel fullness) are among the most common causes.

Symptoms include sudden high blood pressure, headache, flushed skin, and anxiety. This is a medical emergency requiring immediate medical attention.

Our AD Safety Protocols Include:

  • AD risk identification for all applicable participants
  • Staff training on AD recognition
  • AD symptom checklist for support workers
  • Emergency response procedures
  • Medical escalation pathways
  • Post-incident RN review processes

AD Warning Signs Staff Are Trained to Recognise

  • Sudden high blood pressure
  • Pounding headache
  • Flushing or blotching above injury level
  • Sweating above injury level
  • Nasal congestion
  • Slow heart rate

RN Governance Model

All complex bowel care operates under our comprehensive RN governance framework

Assessment

  • • Initial bowel care needs assessment
  • • Medical directives review
  • • Participant preferences
  • • Risk stratification

Protocol Development

  • • Individualised Bowel Management Plans
  • • Intervention schedules
  • • Positioning requirements
  • • Emergency response plans

Staff Competency

  • • Role-specific training modules
  • • Practical competency assessments
  • • Competency sign-off
  • • Annual recertification

Ongoing Oversight

  • • Regular RN reviews
  • • Incident review and learning
  • • Documentation audits
  • • Protocol updates

Conditions We Support

Our bowel care services support participants with various conditions affecting bowel function

Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)
Cerebral Palsy (CP)
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Spina Bifida
Motor Neurone Disease (MND)
Other conditions affecting bowel function

NDIS Funding Information

Complex bowel care may be funded under the following registration group:

0104
High Intensity Daily Personal Activities

Note:This is a high-intensity support requiring provider registration. Funding availability depends on individual NDIS plans.

Related Services

Many participants benefit from both bowel care and combined dysphagia & bowel care. Learn about unified RN-led governance.

Also relevant: Community nursing carefor comprehensive health management.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is bowel care embarrassing or undignified?

No. Our team treats this as the essential, normal care it is. Dignity and respect are non-negotiable. We understand the sensitivity required and ensure every interaction preserves your participant's comfort and self-respect.

How often will my participant need bowel support?

It varies by individual. Your RN will work with you to create a schedule that's comfortable and healthy for your participant' s specific condition and lifestyle.

What if my participant has a stoma (colostomy/ileostomy)?

We provide specialist stoma support, including routine care, problem-solving, and participant education. Our RNs are experienced in all aspects of stoma management.

Ready to Arrange Bowel Care Support?

Our clinical team can discuss bowel care requirements and arrange RN assessments within 48 hours for new participants.

Request Bowel Care Assessment Call 03 8905 3805