The nurse working in the gerontology clinic understands which facts related to incontinence? (Select all that apply. )
A)It is a normal age-related change.
B)It is an independent predictor of nursing home admission.
C)It contributes to falls and injuries.
D)It can disrupt sleep.
E)It can lead to urinary tract infections.

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Incontinence is not a normal age-related change, so option A is incorrect. Incontinence is an independent predictor of nursing home admission due to its association with frailty and other health problems, so option B is correct. Incontinence can contribute to falls and injuries, disrupt sleep, and lead to urinary tract infections, so options C, D, and E are correct.

The Nurse Working in the Gerontology Clinic Understands Which Facts