The nurse is counseling a postmenopausal woman about her new stress incontinence.Which statement by the nurse is most important?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

After menopause,the vagina becomes dry,thinner,and smoother.This atrophy places the vagina at risk for infection.The combination of this fact with the presence of urine places the woman at higher risk for infection.The nurse should teach the client good hygienic practices to reduce the likelihood of infection.Education about briefs/undergarments may be needed,and a referral to an incontinence clinic would be very helpful,but neither takes priority over preventing infection.Stating that incontinence is common is not a helpful strategy.

The Nurse Is Counseling a Postmenopausal Woman About Her New