A 60-year-old woman comes to the emergency department due to left flank pain radiates to the left groin. Medical history is significant for recurrent urinary tract infections and hypothyroidism. Blood pressure is 130/80 mm Hg and pulse is 80/min. Physical examination shows left flank tenderness. Which of the following recommendations would most likely prevent a recurrence of this patient's condition?

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A 60-year-old woman comes to the emergency department due to left flank pain radiates to the left groin.  Medical history is significant for recurrent urinary tract infections and hypothyroidism.  Blood pressure is 130/80 mm Hg and pulse is 80/min.  Physical examination shows left flank tenderness.   Which of the following recommendations would most likely prevent a recurrence of this patient's condition?

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Eductional Objective: Urine supersaturation is the main mechanism underlying all types of renal stones.  Low fluid intake increases the concentration of stone-forming agents, thereby promoting stone formation.  All patients with nephrolithiasis should be advised to maintain adequate fluid intake.

A 60-Year-Old Woman Comes to the Emergency Department Due to Left