A young woman has had three urinary tract infections (UTIs) in the last year. What teaching should the nurse plan for this patient?
A.
Avoid sexual intercourse during your period.
B.
Take prophylactic antibiotics daily.
C.
Void every 4 hours while awake.
D.
Wipe from front to back after using the bathroom.
ANS: D
Preventative measures for UTIs include drinking plenty of water, voiding when the urge is felt, wiping from front to back, taking showers instead of baths, not using perfumes or bath oil if baths are taken, wearing cotton underwear, and avoiding feminine hygiene sprays and scented douches. The other options are not related.
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