A home care patient has an indwelling catheter connected to a leg bag. What can the nurse recommend to help prevent development of a urinary tract infection?

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Emptying the leg bag at regular intervals helps prevent the buildup of urine and reduces the risk of urinary tract infections. Wiping from front to back after voiding and taking the tubing apart and washing it each day are also recommended infection prevention measures, but these alone may not be sufficient to prevent infection. Restricting fluid intake is not recommended as it can lead to dehydration and other health problems.

A Home Care Patient Has an Indwelling Catheter Connected to a Leg