A parent brings a 12-month-old toddler to the pediatrician because the toddler cries a lot and then stops on her own. The parent has noticed a little blood in the diaper every time it is wet. Assessment reveals a temperature of 101.3°F (38.5°C). Which condition does the nurse anticipate after a urinalysis?

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The symptoms described, including crying (which may indicate pain or discomfort), blood in the diaper, and fever, are indicative of a urinary tract infection (UTI). Urinalysis is a common diagnostic tool for UTIs, which can confirm the presence of bacteria, white blood cells, or blood in the urine.

A Parent Brings a 12-Month-Old Toddler to the Pediatrician Because