A person with an indwelling urinary catheter is demonstrating signs of asymptomatic bacteriuria. Which is the priority action for the nurse to take for this person?
A) Remove the catheter and begin antibiotic therapy.
B) Commence intravenous antibiotic therapy.
C) Remove the catheter and monitor for several days for continued signs of bacteriuria.
D) Begin oral antibiotic therapy.
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