Males are more predisposed to urinary tract infections because of the location of the urethra to the anus

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


ANS: F
Females are predisposed to more urinary tract infections because the urethra is located near the anus and vagina, both of which have resident flora that can cause infection if introduced into the urethra.

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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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