The prevalence of urinary incontinence (UI) increases as women age, with more than one third of women in the United States suffering from some form of this disorder. The symptoms of mild-to-moderate UI can be successfully decreased by a number of strategies. Which of these should the nurse instruct the patient to use first?

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Bladder training and pelvic muscle exercises are the first-line treatment for mild-to-moderate UI. Pelvic floor support devices, surgery, and medications may be considered if these strategies are unsuccessful.

The Prevalence of Urinary Incontinence (UI) Increases as Women Age