After teaching a client who has stress incontinence, the nurse assesses the client's understanding. Which statement made by the client indicates a need for additional teaching?
a. "I will limit my total intake of fluids."
b. "I must avoid drinking alcoholic beverages."
c. "I must avoid drinking caffeinated beverages."
d. "I shall try to lose about 10% of my body weight."
ANS: A
Limiting fluids concentrates urine and can irritate tissues, leading to increased incontinence. Many people try to manage incontinence by limiting fluids. Alcoholic and caffeinated beverages are bladder stimulants. Obesity increases intra-abdominal pressure, causing incontinence.
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