When assessing the patient for urinary incontinence,which patient symptom best supports the nursing diagnosis of overflow incontinence?
A)"I have small accidents ever since I developed multiple sclerosis."
B)"It burns so badly after I urinate that I hold it as long as I can."
C)"I can't make it to the toilet when I feel the need to urinate."
D)"I lose small amounts of urine when I sneeze or laugh hard."

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Overflow incontinence is often associated with neurological conditions like multiple sclerosis, which can affect the bladder's ability to empty properly, leading to leakage or dribbling of urine.

When Assessing the Patient for Urinary Incontinence,which Patient Symptom Best