A client with a urinary tract infection is to be discharged from the health care facility
After teaching the client about measures to prevent urinary tract infections, the nurse determines that the education was successful when the client states which of the following?
A) "I should take frequent bubble baths."
B) "I need to void after sexual intercourse."
C) "I should wipe from back to front after going to the bathroom."
D) "I need to wear pants that are snug fitting."
Ans: B
The client's statement about voiding after sexual intercourse to prevent urinary tract infection is accurate. Taking frequent bubble baths, wiping the perineum from back to front, and wearing snug fitting pants increases the risk of urinary tract infection. The client should avoid taking frequent bubble baths, using harsh soaps, and wearing tight-fitting pants because they can irritate the urethra. The client also should always wipe from front to back after urinary or fecal elimination.
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