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    Ati nurs 531 med surg proctored exam

    A nurse assessing a patient notes that the client has a constant leakage of small amounts of urine and a bladder that is distended and palpable. The nurse should associate these findings with which of the following types of urinary incontinence?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A reason: Overflow incontinence occurs when the bladder cannot empty completely, leading to constant dribbling and a distended bladder. Choice B reason: Urge incontinence involves a sudden, intense urge to urinate followed by involuntary loss of urine, not typically associated with bladder distention. Choice C reason: Reflex incontinence is due to neurological impairment and involves involuntary urination without awareness, not necessarily with bladder distention. Choice D reason: Stress incontinence is triggered by physical activity or pressure, such as coughing or sneezing, and does not cause bladder distention.

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