A female patient is admitted with multiple medical problems and incontinence, regardless of the position or situation. For which type of incontinence should the nurse plan care?

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Total incontinence is the loss of all control over urination and bowel movements. The patient's incontinence is described as occurring regardless of the position or situation, which indicates a lack of control over both urinary and fecal elimination. Therefore, the nurse should plan care for total incontinence.

A Female Patient Is Admitted with Multiple Medical Problems and Incontinence