A married female patient has a history of repeated urinary tract infections (UTIs). What should the nurse include in the assessment of this patient?
1. preferred method of birth control
2. employment status
3. height and weight
4. activity status
Correct Answer: 1
Risk factors for urinary tract infections (UTIs) include sexual intercourse and the use of diaphragm and spermicidal compounds for birth control. Employment status, height and weight, and activity status do not have a direct relationship to repeat UTI.
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