An adult client is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of kidney stones.The healthcare provider prescribes IV fluids,x-rays,blood work,and a Foley catheter for the client.The nurse is caring for the client 3 days after admission and documents morning vital signs of 101°F,heart rate 92,respirations 25,and blood pressure 120/80.The urinary output has decreased,and the urine is cloudy and dark amber.Based on this data,which conclusion by the nurse is the most appropriate?

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A) The client has developed a urinary tract infection that was not present upon admission. This is a healthcare-associated infection (HAI) and is likely due to poor technique when placing the Foley catheter. There is no evidence of a respiratory infections, renal failure, or the passage of kidney stones.
B) The client has developed a urinary tract infection that was not present upon admission. This is a healthcare-associated infection (HAI) and is likely due to poor technique when placing the Foley catheter. There is no evidence of a respiratory infections, renal failure, or the passage of kidney stones.
C) The client has developed a urinary tract infection that was not present upon admission. This is a healthcare-associated infection (HAI) and is likely due to poor technique when placing the Foley catheter. There is no evidence of a respiratory infections, renal failure, or the passage of kidney stones.
D) The client has developed a urinary tract infection that was not present upon admission. This is a healthcare-associated infection (HAI) and is likely due to poor technique when placing the Foley catheter. There is no evidence of a respiratory infections, renal failure, or the passage of kidney stones.

An Adult Client Is Admitted to the Hospital with a Diagnosis