Author Question: The nurse is instructing a client on ways to manage stress urinary incontinence. What should be ... (Read 91 times)

karlynnae · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The nurse is instructing a client on ways to manage stress urinary incontinence. What should be included in this client's teaching?

1. Limit intake of caffeine.
2. Limit intake of alcohol.
3. Increase intake of citrus juices.
4. Limit evening fluid intake.
5. Increase intake of beverages with artificial sweeteners.

Question 2

A client needs a test to determine the amount of residual urine. The nurse realizes that this assessment is used for which reason(s)?

1. To evaluate the glomerular filtration rate
2. To determine the extent of renal failure
3. To determine the amount of retained urine after voiding
4. To determine the need for medications
5. To evaluate fluid volume status

jointhecircus · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 4
Rationale: Clients with stress incontinence should be instructed to limit the intake of caffeine.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3, 4
Rationale: Residual urine is not measured to evaluate the glomerular filtration rate.