M.Z. has completed her antibiotic therapy. Her mental status has cleared, the Foley catheter has been
discontinued, and she is ready for discharge.
What instructions should you discuss with the daughter?
What will be an ideal response?
Her mother should get a repeat urinalysis for C&S at her primary care physician's office 1 week after
completing the antibiotics. Ask her to increase M.Z.'s water intake to help remove bacteria from
her urinary tract with increased micturition. M.Z. needs to be taught to void on a regular toileting
schedule (e.g., every 2 hours while awake) or when she feels the sensation and to avoid holding her
urine for long periods of time. In addition, reinforce the teaching about wiping from front to back
during personal hygiene after urination or a bowel movement.
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