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