The nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching for a client admitted with a diagnosis of pyelonephritis who will continue antibiotics after discharge. The nurse stresses the importance of:
1. Drinking at least 2,000 mL of fluid daily.
2. Daily weights.
3. Straining all urine.
4. Recording intake and output.
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Rationale: The nurse will stress the importance of taking in adequate fluid for the client with a urinary tract infection taking antibiotics, in order to help flush the urinary system and meet fluid needs to reduce the risk of drug toxicity. Straining urine is required for clients with renal calculi.
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