A nurse is providing education to a patient being treated for a urinary tract infection. Which of the following statements by the patient indicates an understanding?
a. "Since I'm taking medication, I do not need to worry about proper hygiene."
b. "I should drink 15 to 20 glasses of fluid a day to help flush the bacteria out."
c. "My medication may discolor my urine; this should resolve once the medication is stopped."
d. "I should not have sexual intercourse until the infection has resolved."
ANS: C
Some anti-infective medications turn urine colors; this is normal and will dissipate as the medication leaves the system. Even if the patient is on medication, hygiene is important to prevent spread or reinfection. Fluid intake should be increased to help flush out bacteria; however, 15 to 20 glasses is too much. Sexual intercourse is allowed with a urinary tract infection, as long as good hygiene and safe practices are used.
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