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ericka1

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on: Jun 25, 2018
A 68-year-old female patient admitted to the hospital with dehydration is confused and incontinent of urine. Which nursing action will be best to include in the plan of care?
 
  a. Restrict fluids between meals and after the evening meal.
  b. Apply absorbent incontinent pads liberally over the bed linens.
  c. Insert an indwelling catheter until the symptoms have resolved.
  d. Assist the patient to the bathroom every 2 hours during the day.

Question 2

The nurse will plan to teach a 27-year-old female who smokes 2 packs of cigarettes daily about the increased risk for
 
  a. kidney stones.
  b. bladder cancer.
  c. bladder infection.
  d. interstitial cystitis.


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essyface1

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
In older or confused patients, incontinence may be avoided by using scheduled toileting times. Indwelling catheters increase the risk for urinary tract infection (UTI). Incontinent pads increase the risk for skin breakdown. Restricting fluids is not appropriate in a patient with dehydration.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Cigarette smoking is a risk factor for bladder cancer. The patient's risk for developing interstitial cystitis, urinary tract infection (UTI), or kidney stones will not be reduced by quitting smoking.


ericka1

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

deja

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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