Question

A nurse is providing teaching to an older adult female client who has stress incontinence and a BMI of 32. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A. Taking my daily progesterone should improve my symptoms.
B. A risk factor for my condition is obesity.
C. I should limit my daily fluid intake.
D. I will switch my morning cup of coffee to hot tea

Answer 1

The correct answer is B. A risk factor for stress incontinence is obesity.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct answer is B. A risk factor for stress incontinence is obesity.

Stress incontinence is caused by the loss of support of the urethra, usually due to stretching of pelvic floor muscles during childbirth. Obesity is a risk factor for stress incontinence because excess weight puts extra pressure on the bladder and pelvic muscles, weakening their ability to support the urethra.

The client's understanding of this teaching is indicated by selecting option B and recognizing the connection between obesity and their condition.