Which of these aspects should a nurse include when teaching a client who has nocturnal enuresis?
a. limiting fluid intake after 6:00 P.M.
b. attaching an external condom
c. reducing fluid intake volume each day
d. attempting to void every 2 hours when awake
A
Incontinence during sleep is called nocturnal enuresis. Treatment includes limiting fluid intake after 6:00 P.M.
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