26 Questions
What is the rationale behind completing the prescribed antibiotic regimen for UTI?
To prevent recurrent infections and resistant bacteria
Why is it important to teach measures to prevent future UTIs to patients?
To reduce their risk for future infections
How can missed antibiotic doses affect the effectiveness of UTI treatment?
By reducing the blood levels of antibiotics and their effectiveness
What is the purpose of a follow-up urine culture after completing antibiotic therapy for UTI?
To confirm complete eradication of bacteria
What is the expected outcome for the patient in terms of urinary elimination?
Urine should return to clear yellow within 48 hours
Why should patients be instructed to avoid caffeinated drinks, citrus juices, and artificial sweeteners?
To reduce the risk of bladder irritation and increased urinary urgency
Why is it important to use strict aseptic technique when inserting a urinary catheter?
To prevent introduction of bacteria into the bladder
What is the purpose of instilling anesthetic lubricating gel into the urethra before catheter insertion?
To ensure a smoother catheter insertion process
What is the rationale behind maintaining gravity flow in a urinary drainage system?
To prevent reflux of urine into the bladder from the drainage system.
Why should antiseptic preparations only be used as ordered for catheter care?
They can dry perineal tissues and reduce normal flora.
What should be emphasized when teaching self-management to prevent UTIs?
How to obtain a midstream clean-catch urine specimen.
What is the rationale for using anaesthetic gel in catheter care?
To protect fragile urethral tissues from trauma.
Painless haematuria is a presenting sign in 75% of urinary tract ______
tumors
Significant weight loss can be a manifestation of urinary tract ______
tumors
Colicky pain is associated with ______ tumours
ureteral
Urinary frequency and urgency are common signs of urinary tract ______
tumors
Urinalysis is used to evaluate for ______
haematuria
Cystoscopy and ureteroscopy provide a definitive diagnosis of urinary tract ______
tumors
To reduce the risk for infection, the nurse should maintain separate closed drainage systems and keep drainage bags lower than the ______.
kidney
Teaching about impaired immune function and urine cloudiness due to the effects of urine on ileal mucosa helps in masking usual signs of ______.
UTI
Monitoring for signs of infection in a patient with urinary tract tumor includes watching for cloudy or foul-smelling urine and general ______.
malaise
Teaching patients about signs and symptoms of infection and self-care measures to prevent UTI is an important nursing intervention to help reduce the risk of ______.
infection
Maintaining activity level helps prevent urinary stasis and bone resorption, reducing the risk of developing urinary ______.
stones
Teaching self-care includes taking medications as prescribed to reduce the risk of recurrent urinary ______.
infections
Patients should be educated about the relationship between UTIs and urolithiasis to emphasize the importance of prompt treatment to reduce the risk of developing urinary ______.
stones
In cases like Mr. Wong's with urinary tract tumors, a radical cystectomy may be necessary to remove the cancerous growth and establish a continent urinary ______.
diversion
Test your knowledge about UTI disease process, risk factors, and preventive measures. Explore nursing interventions and patient education strategies for promoting self-management. Learn about the importance of prescribed treatment plans and antibiotics in UTI management.
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