The nurse working in the gerontology clinic understands which ...

[jerry coleman]

The nurse working in the gerontology clinic understands which facts related to incontinence? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. It is a normal age-related change.
  b. It is an independent predictor of nursing home admission.
  c. It contributes to falls and injuries.
  d. It can disrupt sleep.
  e. It can lead to urinary tract infections.

Question 2

An older diabetic patient has impaired mobility and decreased vision. The nurse examines the patient's feet at each clinical visit. The patient asks why this is necessary. What response by the nurse is best?
 
  a. It's part of our diabetic clinic visit pro-tocol.
  b. You may not be able to see a sore on your feet.
  c. Limited mobility may keep you from checking your feet.
  d. You may get an ulcer and not be able to feel it.

[ms_sulzle]

Answer to Question 1

B, C, D, E
Urinary incontinence is not a normal age-related development, although people commonly believe this is true. The other statements are correct.

Answer to Question 2

D
A diabetic with peripheral neuropathy may not be able to feel injuries on the feet. The injury may progress to a nonhealing ulcer requiring amputation. If the patient had good sensation to the feet, not being able to see or limited mobility would not be as big of a barrier because the patient could report the symptoms. Foot assessment is part of a diabetic clinic protocol.

[jerry coleman]

Gracias!

[mcabuhat]

Excellent