Nursing staff is accused of lying about charting being incorrect regarding whether patient bowel movements were full BMs or just leakage, especially with c-diff.

Current documentation systems lack objective criteria or tools to differentiate between full bowel movements and leakage, leading to disputes and potential inaccuracies in patient records.

Severity

4High

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

May 16, 2026

Workarounds Described

nurses verbally argue about charting accuracy

Implied Software Gaps

Objective digital charting tool with standardized stool classification and photo evidence

App Concept

BowelMove Tracker

A mobile app that allows nursing staff to objectively document bowel movements using standardized descriptors and photo evidence. It reduces ambiguity and disputes by providing clear, auditable records of stool type and volume.

Key Features

Standardized Bristol Stool Chart integration with photo comparison
Quick-select buttons for BM type, consistency, and volume
In-app photo capture and timestamping for evidence
Audit log and dispute resolution workflow

Target Users: Nurses and nursing aides in hospital, long-term care, and home health settings

Revenue Model: Freemium with $9.99/mo per user for photo storage and audit logs

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