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Savannah Lesslie
on Oct 23, 2024
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Which outcome is appropriate for the patient with risk for urinary tract infection related to recent urinary catheterization?
A) The patient's urine will remain free from white blood cells and bacteria.
B) The patient will take prescribed antibiotics until the urinary symptoms are gone.
C) The patient will have serial urine cultures to ensure that the infection is resolved.
D) The patient will carefully wipe the perineal area from front to back after voiding.
Urinary Tract Infection
An infection in any part of the urinary system, including kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra, commonly caused by bacteria.
White Blood Cells
Cells of the immune system involved in protecting the body against both infectious disease and foreign invaders.
Antibiotics
Medications used to treat bacterial infections by killing or inhibiting the growth of bacteria.
- Implement effective measures to prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs) in patients with urinary catheters.
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Learning Objectives
- Implement effective measures to prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs) in patients with urinary catheters.