A nurse instructing a patient about how to prevent recurrent cystitis would include: (Select all that apply.)
A) increase fluid intake to 2500 to 3000 mL/day.
B) consume more citrus fruits and juice.
C) wear cotton underwear.
D) wipe the rectal area from front to back after a bowel movement.
E) avoid sitting in a wet bathing suit for extended periods.
F) empty the bladder every 2 to 3 hours.

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Cystitis and other urinary tract infections may be avoided by increasing fluid intake to 2500 to 3000 mL/day, avoiding citrus fruits and juice because they cause alkaline urine (bacteria grow more readily in alkaline urine); always wiping the rectal area from front to back after a bowel movement; wearing cotton underwear; not sitting around in a wet bathing suit for extended periods; and emptying the bladder every 2 to 3 hours to prevent stasis and potential for bacteria to multiply if present.

A Nurse Instructing a Patient About How to Prevent Recurrent