A client with urinary incontinence asks the nurse what contributed to the development of the incontinence. The nurse decides the client needs more instruction when the client states which of the following?
1. "Incontinence is a result of my increasing age.".
2. "A disturbance of my bladder is a factor in the development of incontinence.".
3. "Relaxation of pelvic muscles may be a factor in incontinence.".
4. "Reduced urethral resistance can be a cause of incontinence.".
1. "Incontinence is a result of my increasing age.".
Rationale:
Incontinence is not a normal result of aging. A disturbance of the bladder, relaxation of the pelvic muscles, and reduced urethral resistance are all potential factors in the development of incontinence.
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