Your patient Mr. Jones has been living with peripheral neuro…
Your patient Mr. Jones has been living with peripheral neuropathy for 15 years. His symptoms include a lack of sensation from his feet and lower legs, which makes him very unsteady when he walks. In addition, Mr. Jones has very poor vision. At his appointment today, Mr. Jones confides to you that he has been experiencing episodes of urinary incontinence. He says that he knows when he needs to urinates because he gets a sensation that his bladder is full. However, due to his limited mobility and poor eyesight it takes him a long time to get to the bathroom, leading to urine leakage. What type of urinary incontinence is Mr. Jones experiencing?
Read DetailsThe hormone _________ is produced by cells in the hypothalam…
The hormone _________ is produced by cells in the hypothalamus and signals the smooth muscle of the uterus to contract to expel the infant during childbirth, as well as triggering a desire for cuddling and bonding with one’s mate or infant.
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