ATI LPN
Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 31 : Urinary Elimination and Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
Your patient returned from surgery (laparoscopy) 4 hours ago and complains of being unable to empty her bladder. What step should you take next?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Palpating and scanning the bladder confirms urinary retention before proceeding to invasive measures like catheterization.
Question 2 of 5
Sometimes patients are not aware that they retain urine. If the residual urine volume is less than 300 mL and does not feel uncomfortable to the patient, is there any reason to try to correct the problem?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Residual urine, even if asymptomatic, can increase the risk of urinary tract infections due to bacterial growth in stagnant urine.
Question 3 of 5
Stress incontinence
Correct Answer: E
Rationale: Stress incontinence occurs due to weak pelvic floor muscles, causing urine leakage during activities like coughing or sneezing.
Question 4 of 5
Urge incontinence
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Urge incontinence is caused by bladder spasms and contractions, leading to sudden, uncontrollable urges to urinate.
Question 5 of 5
Overflow incontinence
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Overflow incontinence occurs when the bladder does not empty fully due to an obstruction, causing leakage.