What intervention might the nurse suggest as helpful for the child with enuresis?
a. Applying an electric pad that gently shocks the child
b. Waking the child several times during the night to urinate
c. Decreasing fluid intake after the evening meal
d. Increasing dietary fiber intake
ANS: C
If a child is experiencing enuresis, liquids after dinner should be limited and the child should routinely void before going to bed.
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