After suffering an SCI, a pt develops autonomic dysfunction, including a neurogenic bladder. What is the priority pt problem for this condition?
a. risk for urinary tract infection
b. risk for dehydration
c. risk for urinary retention
d. risk for urinary incontinence
Answer: a. risk for urinary tract infection
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1. "If you do not take your medication, you will be placed in seclusion." 2. "Involuntarily committed clients cannot refuse medications." 3. "Let's discuss why you do not want to take your medication." 4. "If you do not take your medication, I must give you an injection."
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1. "Infertility can be stressful for a marriage." 2. "Taking a vacation usually results in pregnancy." 3. "Your insurance will pay for the infertility treatments." 4. "The doctor will be able to tell why you have not conceived." 5. "Keep communicating with one another through this process."