Nur 101 study guide exam 5 Questions and Answers | Already passed | Latest Update

For a patient with a dx of urinary retention related to scarring and history of chronic utis which type of catherization would the nurse anticipate the health care provider to order? : Intermittent straight catheter What risk factors would patients have in skilled care facility should be included in a training for functional incontinence? Select all : Neurological and muscular limitations, cognitive problems, psychological issues, and environmental barriers, impaired vision, dementia, lack of access to toileting facilities, lack of privacy. What nursing action can the nurse take to prevent infection in a pt with an indwelling catheter? : Hand hygiene, surgical asepsis, frequent perineal care. When a pt states "sometimes I pee and poop on myself, but that's a normal part of aging". What do you know about incontinence and how would you respond to the patient? 2 : Incontinence is NOT a normal part of aging, this is a common misconception. What is normal urine output and what should you report post op in relation to urine output? : Equal to 30 ml per hour. Report if patient does not void after catheter removal or no output in indwelling catheter, discoloration, and odor. What is a non pharm approach to decrease constipation? : Increase fiber in diet, also being well hydrated. Health promotion requires changes in? : Lifestyle