Med Surg Ch. 55 Management of pts with Urinary Disorders TEST BANK WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS

Med Surg Ch. 55 Management of pts with Urinary Disorders TEST BANK WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS A female patient has been experiencing recurrent urinary tract infections. What health education should the nurse provide to this patient? A) Bathe daily and keep the perineal region clean. B) Avoid voiding immediately after sexual intercourse. C) Drink liberal amounts of fluids. D) Void at least every 6 to 8 hours. - ANSC) Drink liberal amounts of fluids The patient is encouraged to drink liberal amounts of fluids (water is the best choice) to increase urine production and flow, which flushes the bacteria from the urinary tract. Frequent voiding (every 2 to 3 hours) is encouraged to empty the bladder completely because this can significantly lower urine bacterial counts, reduce urinary stasis, and prevent reinfection. The patient should be encouraged to shower rather than bathe. A 42-year-old woman comes to the clinic complaining of occasional urinary incontinence when she sneezes. The cl