A client with BPH is experiencing urinary frequency and nocturia. The nurse should advise the client to limit fluid intake at which time of the day to reduce nighttime awakenings?

A. Limiting fluid intake in the morning is not likely to be helpful in reducing nighttime awakenings caused by urinary frequency and nocturia.

B. Limiting fluid intake in the afternoon is not likely to be helpful in reducing nighttime awakenings caused by urinary frequency and nocturia.

C. This is the correct answer. Limiting fluid intake in the evening can help reduce the volume of urine produced during the night, thereby decreasing nocturia and nighttime awakenings.

D. Limiting fluid intake at night may cause dehydration and is not recommended. Instead, the client should focus on reducing evening fluid intake to minimize nighttime urine production.

Questions

A. This statement is correct. Caffeinated beverages can irritate the bladder and worsen BPH symptoms, so it's best to avoid them.

B. This statement is incorrect. Limiting fluid intake, especially in the evening, can help reduce nighttime urination in clients with BPH.

C. This statement is correct. Pelvic floor exercises, such as Kegel exercises, can help strengthen the pelvic muscles and improve urine flow in BPH.

D. This statement is incorrect. Over-the-counter cold medications containing decongestants can worsen BPH symptoms by constricting blood vessels, including those in the prostate, and can lead to urinary retention.