A patient has fallen several times in the past week when attempting to get to the bathroom.The patient informs the nurse that he gets up three or four times a night to urinate.Which recommendation by the nurse is most appropriate in correcting this urinary problem?
A)Clear the path to the bathroom of all obstacles before bed.
B)Leave the bathroom light on to illuminate a pathway.
C)Limit fluid and caffeine intake before bed.
D)Practise Kegel exercises to strengthen bladder muscles.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Reducing fluids,especially caffeine and alcohol,before bedtime can reduce nocturia.Clearing a path to the restroom or illuminating the path,or shortening the distance to the restroom,may reduce falls but will not correct the urination problem.Kegel exercises are useful if a patient is experiencing incontinence.

A Patient Has Fallen Several Times in the Past Week