A child is ready for discharge after surgery for a myelomeningocele repair. Before discharge, the nurse works with the parents to establish a catheterization schedule to prevent urinary tract infection. With what frequency should the nurse instruct the parents to catheterize the child?

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The correct frequency for catheterization to prevent urinary tract infections in a child after myelomeningocele repair is every 3 to 4 hours. This schedule helps to ensure the bladder is regularly emptied, reducing the risk of infection and promoting urinary tract health.

A Child Is Ready for Discharge After Surgery for a Myelomeningocele