A teenager expresses concern about how often he has to use the toilet during the evening. The nurse should asses the teen for:
1. Water consumption throughout the day.
2. Caffeine consumption after school.
3. Kidney function.
4. The number of bowel movements during the day.
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1. Water consumption throughout the day should not cause an increase in the use of the toilet only at night.
2. Caffeine is a diuretic and, when consumed only after school, can cause increased urination at night.
3. The kidney function is normal for a teen if he/she is consuming too much caffeine after school.
4. Bowel movements will not influence urination.
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