The nurse is planning a seminar on ways to ensure healthy genitourinary functioning when aging. What information should the nurse include in this presentation? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Drink plenty of water.
2. Expect to develop urinary incontinence.
3. Be aware of responses to new medications.
4. It is normal to continue to desire sexual activity.
5. Take steps to prevent sexual transmitted infections.
1,3,4,5
Rationale: Drinking plenty of water is one way to ensure healthy genitourinary functioning.
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