Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 63%
Simulated
A community health nurse is teaching a group of clients about Kegel exercises to prevent urinary incontinence. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: Contract your pelvic muscle when performing the exercises. Kegel exercises involve contracting and relaxing the pelvic floor muscles to strengthen them, which helps prevent urinary incontinence. Holding your breath (choice A) is not recommended as it can cause increased intra-abdominal pressure. Tightening your buttocks (choice C) does not target the pelvic floor muscles. Expecting improvement after 2 weeks (choice D) may vary for each individual; consistency is key for effectiveness.