The nurse is assisting with postpartum care for a mother who has given birth to her fourth child. She reports a moderate amount of urinary incontinence since the birth of the third child and is concerned that this problem will worsen
Which instruction(s) may facilitate management of incontinence? (Select all that apply.)
a. Instruction of proper wiping techniques to prevent bacterial infection
b. Education on bladder training and Kegel exercises
c. Information on personal hygiene measures to prevent perianal breakdown
d. Information of incontinence products and appliances
e. Importance of establishing a regular toileting schedule
f. Importance of increasing fluid intake
ANS: A, B, C, D, E
Patient education for incontinence includes teaching about proper wiping technique to prevent infection, Kegel and bladder training exercises, personal hygiene measures to prevent perianal breakdown, incontinence products and appliances for personal use, and the importance of responding to the urge to void and maintaining a regular toilet schedule. Patient education for incontinence does not include increasing fluid intake.
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