Which are intended responses of antispasmodic drugs used to treat overactive bladder? (Select all that apply.)
a. Urine leakage is contained in adult diapers.
b. Frequency of urination is decreased.
c. Perspiration (sweating) is increased.
d. Incontinence of urine is decreased.
e. Detrusor muscle spasm is strengthened.
f. Sense if urinary urgency is decreased.
ANS: B, D, F
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