Author Question: The nurse determines that the 75-year-old female client is not fully emptying her bladder with each ... (Read 41 times)

Arii_bell · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

The nurse determines that the 75-year-old female client is not fully emptying her bladder with each void, contributing to urinary incontinence. Which of the following interventions will enhance the client's ability to void?

A) Increase coffee and tea intake
B) Massage bladder area with each void
C) Run warm water over hands prior to voiding
D) Stand upright to void

Question 2

The immediate medical management of any fracture is:

a. Observe patient for signs of shock.
b. Administer analgesics for pain.
c. Splint and elevate the involved part.
d. Apply heat to control pain.

tashiedavis420 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Feedback:
Massage using the Crede' maneuver helps to empty the bladder. Standing and warm water help initiate a urine stream. Caffeine should be limited.

Answer to Question 2

C
Immediate management includes splinting and elevation of the involved part to prevent edema. After the immediate management, analgesic for pain, application of cold to prevent edema, and observing for signs of shock must be part of the plan of care.