A patient with MS has been admitted to the hospital following an acute exacerbation. When planning the patient's care, the nurse addresses the need to enhance the patient's bladder control. What aspect of nursing care is most likely to meet this goal?
A) Establish a timed voiding schedule.
B) Avoid foods that change the pH of urine.
C) Perform intermittent catheterization q6h.
D) Administer anticholinergic drugs as ordered.
Ans: A
Feedback:
A timed voiding schedule addresses many of the challenges with urinary continence that face the patient with MS. Interventions should be implemented to prevent the need for catheterization and anticholinergics are not normally used.
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