A female patient has been diagnosed with an uncomplicated urinary tract infection. What self-care measure does the healthcare provider teach the patient that is specific to this type of infection?
A)Drink at least eight glasses of water a day.
B)Take medication if you have a fever.
C)Rest as much as you can in the next few days.
D)After using the bathroom, wipe from front to back.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The most common infecting microorganisms are E. coli (80% to 85%) which is transmitted from the gut where it is a normal resident. Women should be taught to wipe from front to back after using the bathroom to avoid contamination of the urinary meatus with fecal material containing E. coli. The other options are appropriate for any type of infection.

A Female Patient Has Been Diagnosed with an Uncomplicated Urinary