The caregiver of a child with a urinary tract infection asks why it is important for the child to have so much fluid. What should the nurse explain about fluid intake with a urinary tract infection?
A) Fills the bladder so a specimen can be obtained
B) Dilutes the urine and flushes the bladder
C) Prevents the child from developing a fever
D) Decreases the pain of urination
Ans: B
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