The nurse is caring for a patient who has been in a long-term care facility for several months following an SCI. The patient has had problems with urinary retention and subsequent overflow incontinence, and a bladder retraining program was recently initiated. which are expected outcomes of the training program? select all that apply
A.) demonstrates a predictable pattern of voiding
B.) is able to independently catheterize himself
C.) pours warm water over perineum to stimulate voiding
D.) takes bethanechol chloride (urecholine)1 hour before voiding
E.) is able to empty the bladder completely
F.) does not experience a urinary tract infection
Answer: A.) demonstrates a predictable pattern of voiding
E.) is able to empty the bladder completely
F.) does not experience a urinary tract infection
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