Answer to Question 1
C
Cystitis is inflammation of the bladder; associated symptoms include hematuria and urgency/frequency. Dysuria is a common symptom of a lower urinary tract infection. Flank pain, fever, and chills are all signs of pyelonephritis.
Answer to Question 2
A
Poor muscle tone leads to an inability to control urine flow. The nurse should recommend pelvic muscle strengthening exercises such as Kegel exercises; this solution best addresses the patient's problem. Drinking cranberry juice is a preventative measure for urinary tract infection. The nurse should not encourage the patient to reduce voiding; residual urine in the bladder increases the risk of infection. Wearing an adult diaper could be considered if attempts to correct the root of the problem fail.
Nurse examining and measuring hematuria sample from client with a UTI
Patient teaching: mouth and pharyngeal assessment
Patient teaching: rectal and anal assessment
Assisting the patient to transfer from the bed or examining table to a wheelchair.
Algorithm for assessing a patient at risk for self-directed violence.
Hepatitis B antigens and antibody in an acutely infected patient with recovery. Note the indicators ...