While receiving a shift report on a patient, the nurse is informed that the patient has urinary incontinence. Upon assessment, which finding will the nurse expect?
A) An indwelling Foley catheter
B) Reddened irritated skin on buttocks
C) Tiny blood clots in the patient's urine
D) Foul-smelling discharge indicative of infection

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Urinary incontinence is uncontrolled urinary elimination; if the urine has prolonged contact with the skin, skin breakdown can occur. An indwelling Foley catheter is a solution for urine retention. Blood clots and foul-smelling discharge are often signs of infection.

While Receiving a Shift Report on a Patient, the Nurse