A client is hospitalized with urinary retention,has an indwelling catheter,and is getting IV fluids.Which intervention does the nurse add to the care plan to address the priority problem for this client?

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The most common cause of sepsis in hospitalized clients is a urinary tract infection.Ascending infection from cystitis with an indwelling catheter is a major source of such infections.Encouraging fluids and documenting I&O are probably important interventions,but they do not take priority over preventing a catheter-related infection.Moisture barrier cream would not be needed.

A Client Is Hospitalized with Urinary Retention,has an Indwelling Catheter,and