Assessment tool for evaluating urinary incontinence

Assessment tool for evaluating urinary incontinence

Question 1

The nurse practitioner knows that a highly valuable assessment tool for evaluating urinary incontinence and contributing factors in daily life is:

the interview

a voiding diary

the physical exam

the patient’s response to non-pharmacologic treatments

Question 2

The nurse practitioner is counseling a 57 year-old patient with urinary incontinence. The patient desires to try non-pharmacological, non-invasive methods of treatment at this time. Which of the following should be included in the patient’s plan of care? Select all that apply.

Bladder training

Kegel exercises

Eliminate caffeine and alcohol consumption

Use of bulking agents