Author Question: Ms. S tells you, I pass a little urine when I sneeze, and with the surgery and my weight, it's hard ... (Read 196 times)

iveyjurea · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Ms. S tells you, I pass a little urine when I sneeze, and with the surgery and my weight, it's hard for me to get up to the bathroom.

Which tasks related to urinary incontinence should be delegated to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)? (Select all that apply.)

A. Assist the patient to use the bedpan as needed.
B. Empty and clean the commode chair after every use.
C. Assist the patient to don and change absorbent pads or undergarments as needed.
D. Assist the patient to get up to the bedside commode whenever she calls for help.
E. Frequently check the bed linens and the patient's clothes for moisture and change as needed.
F. Coach the patient to perform Kegel exercises.

Question 2

Ms. S is a 55-year-old woman who is morbidly obese and 2 days postoperation for knee surgery. You notice a strong scent of urine when you enter the room. There is a bedside commode and a bedpan in the room. What should you do first?

A. Instruct the UAP to assist the patient with hygiene.
B. Try to determine the source of the urine odor.
C. Check the intake and output (I & O) record for urine output and the nurses' notes for problems with voiding.
D. Review the medical records for a history of urinary incontinence.