A nurse is caring for a client who is bedridden. To establish a bladder routine, what should the nurse encourage the client to do?

Question

A) Increase fluid intake
B) Decrease protein intake
C) Perform mild exercises
D) Eat a low-calorie diet

Answer 1

A
Feedback:
The nurse should encourage the bedridden client to increase fluid intake to establish a bladder and bowel routine. The nurse need not encourage the bedridden client to decrease protein intake or perform mild exercises. A low-calorie diet is encouraged to promote weight loss in clients.