Special Report: Supporting Patients with Overactive Bladder- Recall the physiology of normal urinary tract infection. Define “overactive bladder” and its associated symptoms. Discuss the pathophysiology of overactive bladder. Explain how overactive bladder affects patient quality of life. Describe nonpharmacologic interventions that are recommended as part of a comprehensive treatment strategy for overactive bladder. Identify pharmacologic agents with proven effectiveness for the treatment of overactive bladder. Outline a role for nurse practitioners in improving the recognition and management of overactive bladder.
1.4 Contact Hours for Nurse Practitioners, which includes 0.7 hours of pharmacology.