FACTORS AFFECTING URINARY ELIMINATION Flashcards
What is one primary factor affecting urinary elimination in older adults?
Decreased bladder capacity.
True or False: Pregnancy can lead to increased urinary frequency.
True.
Fill in the blank: The elderly may experience _____ in urinary elimination due to changes in kidney function.
decline.
What physical complication can affect urinary elimination in older adults?
Prostate enlargement.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a factor affecting urinary elimination?
Dietary preferences.
How does hormonal change during pregnancy affect urinary elimination?
It increases blood flow to the kidneys, leading to increased urine production.
What is a common medication type that may affect urinary elimination?
Diuretics.
True or False: Age does not influence the risk of urinary incontinence.
False.
What is one reason older adults may have difficulty with urinary elimination?
Mobility issues.
Fill in the blank: Increased pressure on the bladder during _____ can lead to urinary urgency.
pregnancy.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following can lead to urinary retention?
Nerve damage.
What role does hydration play in urinary elimination?
It helps maintain normal urine flow and bladder function.
True or False: Older adults typically have a higher total body water percentage.
False.
What is one effect of aging on the kidneys?
Reduction in glomerular filtration rate (GFR).
Fill in the blank: The _____ can affect urinary elimination due to hormonal changes during pregnancy.
urinary tract.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common urinary issue in older adults?
Incontinence.
What can cause urgency in urinary elimination during pregnancy?
The growing uterus pressing on the bladder.
True or False: All medications have no effect on urinary elimination.
False.
What is a common physiological change in older adults that affects urinary elimination?
Decreased muscle tone in the bladder.
Fill in the blank: Medications for _____ can impact urinary elimination by altering fluid balance.
hypertension.
Multiple Choice: Which condition can lead to increased urinary frequency?
Diabetes.
How does stress affect urinary elimination?
It can lead to urinary retention or urgency.
True or False: Incontinence is a normal part of aging.
False.
What is one common symptom of urinary tract infection (UTI) in older adults?
Increased urgency to urinate.
