Author Question: What statement by the patient would indicate stress incontinence? a. Lifting my grandchild makes ... (Read 67 times)

DelorasTo · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

What statement by the patient would indicate stress incontinence?

a. Lifting my grandchild makes me wet my pants.
b. I frequently wet myself because I just can't get to the bathroom in time.
c. My arthritis makes me so clumsy that I can't get my pants down in time.
d. Every time I have a urinary infection, I experience incontinence.

Question 2

What can the nurse implement to reduce episodes of bowel incontinence?

a. Encourage intake of foods that cause mild constipation.
b. Use appropriate disposable garments, pads, and bed covering.
c. Establish a toileting schedule.
d. Coach the patient in Kegel exercises.

Jadwiga9 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Stress incontinence occurs when intra-abdominal pressure increases and forces urine through a weakened urinary sphincter. Lifting, sneezing, coughing, and laughing can cause stress incontinence.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Establishing a toileting schedule can train the patient's bowel so that incontinence is reduced.