The nurse is caring for an elderly patient with a history of arthritis, urinary incontinence and poor perineal hygiene practices. The patient has had four urinary tract infections in the past year. Which is the priority goal for the nursing diagnosis Impaired health maintenance for this patient?

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The priority for this patient is to improve personal hygiene and perineal care in order to reduce the risk of future urinary tract infections. The patient's agreement to allow family members to assist with bathing and perineal care will greatly reduce this risk. Providing educational materials about the risk of urosepsis, discussion of UTI consequences, and regular follow-up care are interventions rather than patient goals.

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