Which information will the nurse include when teaching the patient with a urinary tract infection (UTI) about the use of phenazopyridine (Pyridium)?
a. Pyridium may cause photosensitivity
b. Pyridium may change the urine color.
c. Take the Pyridium for at least 7 days.
d. Take Pyridium before sexual intercourse.
ANS: B
Patients should be taught that Pyridium will color the urine deep orange. Urinary analgesics should only be needed for a few days until the prescribed antibiotics decrease the bacterial count. Pyridium does not cause photosensitivity. Taking Pyridium before intercourse will not be helpful in reducing the risk for UTI.
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