MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

NEUROLOGY

HEMIPARESIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A female client reports to a nurse that she experiences a loss of urine when she jogs. The nurse’s assessment reveals no nocturia, burning, discomfort when voiding, or urine leakage before reaching the bathroom. The nurse explains to the client that this type of problem is called:
A
reflex incontinence.
B
functional incontinence.
C
stress incontinence.
D
total incontinence.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A female client reports to a nurse that she experiences a loss of urine when she jogs. The nurse’s assessment reveals no nocturia, burning, discomfort when voiding, or urine leakage before reaching the bathroom. The nurse explains to the client that this type of problem is called: stress incontinence.

Detailed explanation-2: -One of the best ways to reduce the risk of developing contractures is to perform regular stretching. Frequent, gentle stretching of the affected muscles allows these muscles to elongate, especially when the stretch is held for at least 15-30 seconds.

Detailed explanation-3: -Leg elevation-Simply elevating the legs above heart level for 30 minutes three or four times per day can reduce swelling and improve blood flow in the veins.

Detailed explanation-4: -A lower Braden Scale score indicates higher levels of risk for pressure ulcer development. Scores of 18 or less generally indicate at-risk status.

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