During an assessment the nurse suspects that a client is at risk for developing a cystocele. What findings did the nurse use to come to this conclusion? Select all that apply
1. Age 68
2. Body mass index (BMI) 32
3. Pregnant seven times
4. History of diabetes
5. Takes hormone replacement therapy
1, 2, 3
Explanation:
1. Advanced age is a risk factor for the development of a cystocele.
2. Obesity is a risk factor for the development of a cystocele.
3. Childbearing is a risk factor for the development of a cystocele.
4. History of diabetes is not a risk factor for the development of a cystocele.
5. Hormone replacement therapy is not a risk factor for the development of a cystocele.
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