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Which of the following is NOT a mechanism that maintains the sterility of the bladder?
Which of the following is NOT a mechanism that maintains the sterility of the bladder?
- Antibacterial enzymes
- Bacterial Invasion (correct)
- Urine flow
- Antiadherent effects mediated by mucosal cells
What is a common route of infection for many UTIs according to the text?
What is a common route of infection for many UTIs according to the text?
- Direct skin-to-skin contact
- Ascending from the perineum to the urethra and bladder (correct)
- Inhaling contaminated air
- Hematogenous spread from other infections
Which of the following is NOT a contributing condition to urinary tract infections as mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a contributing condition to urinary tract infections as mentioned in the text?
- Gout
- Healthy immune system (correct)
- Diabetes
- Pregnancy
What can help the bladder clear large numbers of bacteria according to the provided information?
What can help the bladder clear large numbers of bacteria according to the provided information?
Which of the following is a risk factor for lower UTIs according to the text?
Which of the following is a risk factor for lower UTIs according to the text?
What is necessary for bacteria to initiate inflammation in the urinary tract?
What is necessary for bacteria to initiate inflammation in the urinary tract?
What is the main function of Glycosaminoglycan (GAG) in the urinary tract?
What is the main function of Glycosaminoglycan (GAG) in the urinary tract?
How can bacteria enter the urinary tract through the transurethral route?
How can bacteria enter the urinary tract through the transurethral route?
What contributes to an increased incidence of UTIs in sexually active women?
What contributes to an increased incidence of UTIs in sexually active women?
What are common signs and symptoms of an uncomplicated lower UTI?
What are common signs and symptoms of an uncomplicated lower UTI?
How do manifestations of complicated UTIs differ from uncomplicated UTIs?
How do manifestations of complicated UTIs differ from uncomplicated UTIs?
When should a patient with a catheter who develops signs and symptoms of septic shock be evaluated?
When should a patient with a catheter who develops signs and symptoms of septic shock be evaluated?
