The nurse assesses a male resident in a nursing home for urinary incontinence and determines that he is unaware of the problem. Which recommendation should the nurse implement?
a. Limit oral fluid in-take. c. Apply absorbent undergarment.
b. Provide regular toi-leting. d. Encourage frequent rest periods.
B
The nurse provides regular toileting to promote voiding and to prevent incontinence for a resident with a potential cognitive impairment. The nurse avoids limiting oral fluid intake; older adults, especially those living in residential facilities, are at higher risk for dehydration than younger people. Using absorbent undergarments may be unnecessary if the incontinence can be controlled with regular toileting. Nursing research supports the claim that ambulatory residents are less likely to be incontinent. This resident may have dementia, but maintaining mobility will have a greater impact in preventing incontinence.
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