Restorative Skills Bowel and Bladder Training 3

Question 1

What information should a nurse aide document after each toileting attempt in a bladder retraining program?

Accepted Answer

The time of the attempt, whether a void occurred, and the estimated or measured amount

Answer

Complete documentation includes the time of the attempt, whether the resident voided, and the amount, enabling the care team to evaluate program effectiveness.

Question 2

Which food is most likely to have a laxative effect and loosen stools in a bowel retraining program?

Accepted Answer

Prunes or prune juice

Answer

Prunes and prune juice contain sorbitol and dietary fiber, which have a natural laxative effect that softens and loosens stools.

Question 3

How should a nurse aide respond if a resident refuses to participate in a scheduled bladder training program?

Accepted Answer

Respect the refusal, document it, and report the situation to the supervising nurse

Answer

Residents have the right to refuse any aspect of their care; the nurse aide must respect this decision, document the refusal, and notify the supervising nurse.

Question 4

What is overflow incontinence?

Accepted Answer

Leakage that occurs when the overfull bladder cannot empty properly and urine spills over

Answer

Overflow incontinence occurs when the bladder cannot empty completely, causing it to overfill and continuously leak small amounts of urine.

Question 5

Which factor most commonly contributes to constipation in elderly residents in long-term care facilities?

Accepted Answer

Inadequate fluid intake combined with reduced physical activity

Answer

Inadequate fluid intake and decreased physical activity are the most common contributors to constipation in elderly residents, as both slow bowel motility.

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Restorative Skills Bowel and Bladder Training 3