What is the nursing intervention for a child experiencing enuresis?

The appropriate nursing intervention for a child experiencing enuresis is to restrict fluids in the evenings. Enuresis, which is the involuntary urination, particularly during sleep, can be exacerbated by excessive fluid intake before bedtime. By limiting fluid consumption in the evening, the amount of urine produced during the night can be reduced, thereby potentially decreasing the frequency of nighttime wetting.

Fluid restriction helps in managing the condition as it directly addresses one of the contributing factors—overhydration during hours leading up to sleep. Children who struggle with enuresis may benefit from a consistent bedtime routine that includes less liquid intake in the hours before going to bed. This can aid in establishing a pattern that may help them achieve dryness during the night.

In contrast, encouraging fluid intake in the evening could worsen enuresis by increasing urine production, and reducing fiber intake is unrelated to enuresis management, as fiber is more important for bowel health. Additionally, encouraging daytime naps does not address the issue of nighttime urination and may not have any beneficial impact on enuresis.