The nurse reviewing discharge instructions for a client diagnosed with urinary incontinence resulting from a urinary tract infection.Which statement made by the client indicates the need for further education?
A) "I should drink plenty of water to prevent damage to my kidneys while I am on the antibiotics for the infection."
B) "Drinking cranberry juice will decrease the risk for developing urinary tract infections."
C) "I will contact the healthcare provider prior to taking over-the-counter medications while on my antibiotic."
D) "I will continue to hold my urine while in public so that I do not get another infection."

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A) A client who is diagnosed with urinary incontinence secondary to a urinary tract infection will require specific education. The client who states that he or she will hold their urine while in public to decrease the risk of another infection requires more education. Urinary retention is a contributing factor to urinary tract infections. The other statements are appropriate and indicate appropriate understanding of the information presented.
B) A client who is diagnosed with urinary incontinence secondary to a urinary tract infection will require specific education. The client who states that he or she will hold their urine while in public to decrease the risk of another infection requires more education. Urinary retention is a contributing factor to urinary tract infections. The other statements are appropriate and indicate appropriate understanding of the information presented.
C) A client who is diagnosed with urinary incontinence secondary to a urinary tract infection will require specific education. The client who states that he or she will hold their urine while in public to decrease the risk of another infection requires more education. Urinary retention is a contributing factor to urinary tract infections. The other statements are appropriate and indicate appropriate understanding of the information presented.
D) A client who is diagnosed with urinary incontinence secondary to a urinary tract infection will require specific education. The client who states that he or she will hold their urine while in public to decrease the risk of another infection requires more education. Urinary retention is a contributing factor to urinary tract infections. The other statements are appropriate and indicate appropriate understanding of the information presented.

The Nurse Reviewing Discharge Instructions for a Client Diagnosed with Urinary