Author Question: An elderly client has come to the emergency room stating she has not voided for 24 hours. Which of ... (Read 71 times)

karen · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

An elderly client has come to the emergency room stating she has not voided for 24 hours. Which of the following statements by the client contributes to her inability to void?

A) I take Maxidex for my high blood pressure.
B) I drink eight glasses of water per day.
C) I couldn't sleep so I took four Benadryl.
D) I have a bowel movement every day.

Question 2

Which of the following explains why the client who gives birth vaginally under a local anesthetic may have difficulty voiding after delivery?

A) The delivery can cause perineal swelling
B) A neurogenic bladder results from local anesthesia
C) A urinary tract infection results from the birth process
D) Catheterization is necessary for 1 week