Which term is not used interchangeably with urinary elimination?
1. Micturition
2. Voiding
3. Urination
4. Incontinence
Correct Answer: 4
Micturition, voiding, or urination all indicate the act of urinary elimination. Incontinence indicates lack of control of elimination, and can be applied to urinary control or bowel control.
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