The most important aspect of care for the nurse to maintain when assisting an older patient with urinary incontinence is which of the following?
a. Availability of protective rubber garments
b. Using indwelling urinary catheters
c. Using smooth muscle relaxants
d. Maintaining an attitude that is respectful and positive about resolving the problem
D
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A Incorrect. Rubber garments, in particular, are hot and can cause skin irritation.
B Incorrect. Internal catheters should be used only for a short time and under li-mited circumstances.
C Incorrect. Smooth muscle relaxant use is indicated only for urge incontinence and overactive bladder.
D Correct. The nurse recognizes that incontinence is a sign of an underlying prob-lem and that it is not an inevitable result of aging. In addition, the nurse offers dignity, hope, and understanding by maintaining a positive and respectful man-ner and by communicating that effective treatments are available.
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