NSG 3100 - Exam #3 Questions & Answers 100% Correct(RATED A+)

What is enuresis? - ANSWERInvoluntary urination in children beyond the age when normal bladder control is established What is secondary enuresis? - ANSWERChild who has established proper bladder control for a period of 6 months, but who has since lapsed back to wetting the bed A decrease in kidney function puts the patient at risk for what? - ANSWERToxicity from medication if excretion rates are longer The most noticeable changes with age are related to what? - ANSWERBladder (urgency & frequency) What causes changes in urinary urgency & frequency in men? - ANSWEREnlarged prostate gland What causes changes in urinary urgency & frequency in women? - ANSWERWeakened muscles supporting the bladder and of the urethral sphincter after menopause (results from decreased estrogen levels) What interventions could be done to help the patient have more consistent urination? (5) - ANSWER1. Medications 2. Surgery 3. Behavioral training 4. Safe/easy access to bathroom 5. Habit training (scheduled time) Urinary habits depend on what? (3) - ANSWER1. Social cultural 2. Personal habits 3. Physical abilities Which factors affect urination? (7) - ANSWER1. Developmental 2. Psychosocial 3. Fluid & food intake 4. Medications 5. Muscle tone 6. Pathologic conditions 7. Surgical & diagnostic procedures Urinary elimination is affected by what? (5) - ANSWER1. Kidneys