Nursing Interventions for Stress Incontinence in Pregnancy

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What is the purpose of Braxton Hicks' contractions?

To prevent preterm labor

To prepare the uterus for labor (correct)

To help dilate the cervix

To indicate the start of labor

How should a patient be advised to manage urinary frequency and urgency during pregnancy?

Limit fluid intake before bedtime (correct)

Increase fluid intake before bedtime

Notify the physician only if there is pain

Avoid wearing perineal pads

What is the main cause of stress incontinence during pregnancy?

Reduced fetal movements

Vaginal bleeding

Frontal headaches

Enlarging uterus (correct)

Which nursing intervention helps with stress incontinence in pregnant women?

Encouraging the mother to wear perineal pads Signup and view all the answers

What exercise is recommended to help with stress incontinence during pregnancy?

Kegel exercise Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Kegel exercises for pregnant women?

Strengthening pelvic floor muscles Signup and view all the answers

Which danger signal during pregnancy requires immediate action according to the text?

Rupture of the membrane Signup and view all the answers

What should the patient be informed to do regarding possible rupture of the membranes?

Notify the physician Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of varicosity in pregnant women?

Relaxation of smooth muscle walls of veins due to progesterone Signup and view all the answers

Which nursing intervention is most appropriate for managing varicose veins during pregnancy?

Elevating legs when sitting Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended nursing intervention to relieve pain and swelling associated with varicose veins?

Applying astringent compresses locally Signup and view all the answers

Which position is suggested to alleviate vulvar varicosity during pregnancy?

Lying down instead of sitting Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom related to varicose veins in the lower extremities during pregnancy?

Swelling (edema) Signup and view all the answers

How can stress incontinence be managed during pregnancy?

Practicing Kegel exercises regularly Signup and view all the answers

Nursing Interventions for Stress Incontinence in Pregnancy

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