LAB 11 - Muscles of the Pelvic Floor Flashcards

1
Q

3 muscles

A
  • bulbospongiosus
  • levator ani
  • external anal sphincter
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2
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Fecal incontinence

A

-inability to control defecation voluntarily (anal sphincter)

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3
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Urinary incontinence

A

-inability to control urination voluntarily (urinary sphincter)

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4
Q

What is a Kegel exercise?

A

-repeatedly contracting and relaxing muscles of pelvic floor to strengthen

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