Considering J.L.'s urinary infection and her immunosuppressed status, what other
interventions should you implement when caring for J.L.?
What will be an ideal response?
• Measure weight daily and keep a detailed intake and output record.
• Provide IV fluid therapy as ordered
• Assess for improvement in symptoms associated with the UTI: burning, frequency, urgency,
dysuria, and suprapubic pain.
• Monitor VS frequently, and immediately notify the physician if J.L. develops a fever.
• Administer medications for pain as needed.
• Monitor laboratory values and culture results.
• Perform a focused assessment each shift; monitor the potential progression of infection.
• Continue prescribed diet as tolerated.
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