A nurse is assessing a 68-year-old female patient who states, "I am having episodes of urinary incontinence." The nurse should recognize this statement as indicating which of the following?

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Urinary incontinence is not a normal outcome of the aging process or a result of having several children. It could be a symptom of an underlying condition, such as a urinary tract infection or bladder disorder, and should be investigated further.

A Nurse Is Assessing a 68-Year-Old Female Patient Who States