Management of Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)

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What is the ideal characteristic of an antibacterial agent for treating UTIs?

Minimal effects on fecal and vaginal flora (correct)

Long course of treatment

Resistance to common bacteria

High cost and significant adverse effects

Why is the antibiotic course for uncomplicated UTIs trending towards being shortened?

Because most cases are cured after 3 days of treatment (correct)

To encourage the development of resistance

To increase the cost of treatment

To reduce the effectiveness of the treatment

Which organism is most likely responsible for initial, uncomplicated UTIs in women?

Vaginal yeast

Vaginal flora

Kidney stone bacteria

E.coli or other fecal flora (correct)

What is an important factor in determining the effectiveness of an antibacterial agent for treating UTIs?

Effectiveness against common bacteria causing UTIs Signup and view all the answers

Which treatment regimen has been successful in treating uncomplicated lower UTIs in women?

Single-dose administration Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if recurrence of UTIs is caused by persistent bacteria from preceding infections?

Treat the underlying cause if known Signup and view all the answers

What is a common nursing diagnosis for a patient with a lower urinary tract infection based on the assessment data?

Acute pain related to an infection within the urinary tract Signup and view all the answers

How can urinary tract irritants be managed effectively?

By drinking liberal amounts of fluids like water Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential complication of a lower urinary tract infection?

Sepsis (urosepsis) Signup and view all the answers

How does cranberry juice help in preventing and controlling symptoms of UTI?

By decreasing symptoms like urgency and dysuria Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential aspect assessed in the nursing care of a patient with a lower UTI?

Assessment of changes in urine and voiding patterns Signup and view all the answers

How can pain associated with a UTI be relieved effectively?

Drinking liberal amounts of fluids like water Signup and view all the answers

Management of Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)

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Questions and Answers

What is the ideal characteristic of an antibacterial agent for treating UTIs?

Why is the antibiotic course for uncomplicated UTIs trending towards being shortened?

Which organism is most likely responsible for initial, uncomplicated UTIs in women?

What is an important factor in determining the effectiveness of an antibacterial agent for treating UTIs?

Which treatment regimen has been successful in treating uncomplicated lower UTIs in women?

What should be done if recurrence of UTIs is caused by persistent bacteria from preceding infections?

What is a common nursing diagnosis for a patient with a lower urinary tract infection based on the assessment data?

How can urinary tract irritants be managed effectively?

What is a potential complication of a lower urinary tract infection?

How does cranberry juice help in preventing and controlling symptoms of UTI?

What is an essential aspect assessed in the nursing care of a patient with a lower UTI?

How can pain associated with a UTI be relieved effectively?

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