The nurse is reinforcing teaching on antibiotic use for a urinary tract infection (UTI). Which of the following statements by the patient would indicate a correct understanding of the teaching?

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The correct understanding of antibiotic use for UTI is to take the antibiotics until they are gone regardless of symptoms. This ensures that all bacteria causing the UTI are fully eradicated and decreases the risk of developing antibiotic resistance. Taking antibiotics until urine is no longer cloudy or until temperature is normal for 3 days does not guarantee complete eradication of bacteria, and taking antibiotics whenever discomfort is felt may lead to unnecessary antibiotic use and potential harm.

The Nurse Is Reinforcing Teaching on Antibiotic Use for a Urinary