In the assessment of a patient with reflex incontinence,which of the following does the nurse expect to find?
A) The patient has a constant dribbling of urine.
B) The patient has an uncontrollable loss of urine when coughing or sneezing.
C) The patient has no urge to void and an unawareness of bladder filling.
D) The patient has an immediate urge to void but not enough time to reach the bathroom.

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Reflex incontinence is caused by the involuntary contraction of the bladder due to damage in the nerves. In this condition, the patient has no urge to void and is unaware of bladder filling. Instead, the bladder empties on its own in response to a certain stimulus, such as certain movements or activities. The patient may also have a constant dribbling of urine.

In the Assessment of a Patient with Reflex Incontinence,which of the Following