A patient has a history of urinary tract infections (UTIs). What should the nurse instruct this patient to help maintain acid urine? Select all that apply.
A. Take vitamin C supplements.
B. Avoid drinking fruit juices.
C. Drink two glasses of low sugar cranberry juice each day.
D. Reduce the intake of water.
E. Avoid excess milk consumption.
Answer:
A. Take vitamin C supplements.
B. Avoid drinking fruit juices.
C. Drink two glasses of low sugar cranberry juice each day.
E. Avoid excess milk consumption.
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