A patient is administered a sulfonamide for a urinary tract infection. Which of the following nursing interventions is most appropriate to increase the alkalinity of the patient's urine?
A) Provide at least 2000 mL of water daily.
B) Administer sodium bicarbonate.
C) Recommend a tub bath every evening.
D) Provide orange juice daily.
B
Feedback:
The urine can be alkalinized by giving sodium bicarbonate. The administration of water is important but will not increase alkalinity. The taking of tub baths is not recommended due to the fact that doing so increases the risk of urinary tract infection. The administration of orange juice increases acid, not alkalinity.
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