PAEA Surgery End Of Rotation (EOR) Practice Exam

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How is nocturia defined?

Increased frequency of urination during the day
Voiding more than once every hour
Voidings more than 2 times/night
Difficulty starting urination

The correct answer is: Voidings more than 2 times/night

Nocturia is defined as the need to wake up during the night to urinate. The correct understanding of nocturia includes the frequency with which an individual experiences this urge to void during nighttime hours. The standard medical definition typically considers nocturia to be occurring when a person has to wake up to urinate twice or more during the night. This definition is based on the understanding that the normal pattern of urination does not generally necessitate any nighttime interruptions. Increased nighttime urination can disrupt sleep patterns and may be a symptom of underlying health conditions. Therefore, recognizing nocturia as voiding more than twice during the night aligns with clinical guidelines and diagnostic criteria, making it the best choice to define this condition accurately.