Urge incontinence is also called ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
overactive bladder
Urge incontinence is also called overactive bladder. It is caused by uncontrolled contraction or overactivity of the detrusor muscle.
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The role of the nurse who is caring for a patient with invasive hemodynamic monitoring includes which important interventions?
1. Keeping IV solutions at atmospheric pressure so the monitor obtains accurate patient pressures 2. Frequent reassessment and evaluation of data in order to tailor therapies to the patient 3. Using the hemodynamic line for monitoring pressures and not for infusing IV fluids 4. Zero referencing the transducer to the level of the radial artery
A client has been participating in weaning from the ventilator for several days. Which of the following should be done to assist this client to regain strength?
1. Provide full ventilatory support during the overnight hours. 2. Withdraw medications to enhance compliance with mechanical ventilation. 3. Conduct passive range of motion to all extremities. 4. Assist to a sitting position and dangle legs off the side of the bed.