The nurse is preparing a teaching plan for the parents of a child with a urinary tract infection (UTI). What would the nurse encourage the parents to avoid?
A) Liberal fluid intake
B) Caffeine
C) Cranberry juice
D) Cotton underwear
Ans: B
Caffeine is an irritant to the bladder and should be avoided. Liberal fluid intake and cranberry juice should be encouraged. The child should wear cotton underwear to avoid perineal irritation.
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A. Decrease the traction weight. B. Apply a new dressing. C. Document the finding as the only action. D. Notify the physician.
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1. He is at risk for coronary artery disease. 2. He is not at risk for coronary artery disease. 3. He has nothing but nonmodifiable risk factors for coronary artery disease. 4. He has nothing but modifiable risk factors for coronary artery disease.