Which of the following individuals are likely to display identified risk factors for the development of lower urinary tract obstruction? Select all that apply.
A) A 32-year-old woman who had a healthy delivery of her third child 4 months ago
B) A 68-year-old man who has been diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
C) A 55-year-old man with diabetes who is receiving diuretic medications for the treatment of hypertension
D) A 30-year-old woman who has been diagnosed with gonorrhea
E) A 74-year-old woman who has developed a lower bowel obstruction following several weeks of chronic constipation
F) A 20-year-old man who has spina bifida and consequent impaired mobility.

Question

Which of the following individuals are likely to display identified risk factors for the development of lower urinary tract obstruction? Select all that apply.
A) A 32-year-old woman who had a healthy delivery of her third child 4 months ago
B) A 68-year-old man who has been diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
C) A 55-year-old man with diabetes who is receiving diuretic medications for the treatment of hypertension
D) A 30-year-old woman who has been diagnosed with gonorrhea
E) A 74-year-old woman who has developed a lower bowel obstruction following several weeks of chronic constipation 
F) A 20-year-old man who has spina bifida and consequent impaired mobility.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

BPH frequently obstructs the urethra, while sexually transmitted diseases, bowel obstructions, and spina bifida are also associated with physical blockages of the lower urinary tract. Postpartum women and individuals receiving diuretics would be more likely to be at risk for incontinence rather than urinary retention.

Which of the Following Individuals Are Likely to Display Identified