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Daily #33 · Geriatrics / Aging · Archive

NCLEX-RN® question of the day

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The question

A nurse is caring for an 82-year-old client with chronic urinary incontinence who experiences frequent nocturia. The client recently started taking a new diuretic medication and has had two falls in the past week while attempting to reach the bathroom at night. Which intervention should the nurse prioritize to reduce the client's fall risk?

  1. Place a bedside commode within easy reach and ensure adequate lighting
  2. Apply adult diapers to absorb urine during the night
  3. Restrict fluid intake after 6 PM to decrease nocturnal urination
  4. Insert an indwelling urinary catheter to eliminate the need for nighttime toileting

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