A young female client has frequent urinary tract infections. The nurse advises her to:

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Voiding immediately after intercourse can help flush out any bacteria that may have entered the urethra during sex, reducing the risk of a urinary tract infection. Restricting fluids and wearing nylon underclothes can actually increase the risk of a UTI, while frequent bubble baths can irritate the urethra and also increase the risk of infection.

A Young Female Client Has Frequent Urinary Tract Infections