A four-year-old girl has been treated for three urinary tract infections (UTI) in the last two years. Which instructions can the nurse give to the mother to help reduce the child's risk of acquiring another UTI? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
A)Wear only nylon underwear for better air flow.
B)Teach the child to wipe from front to back.
C)Encourage the child to take long baths by allowing the child bubbles and toys in the tub.
D)Encourage the child to drink additional fluids throughout the day.
E)Plan potty breaks every two hours throughout the day.

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The nurse should instruct the mother to teach the child to wipe from front to back to prevent bacterial contamination from the anus to the urethra. Encouraging the child to drink additional fluids throughout the day and planning potty breaks every two hours can help flush out any bacteria that may be present. Wearing nylon underwear or taking long baths with bubbles and toys in the tub can actually increase the risk of UTIs by promoting bacterial growth and irritation.

A Four-Year-Old Girl Has Been Treated for Three Urinary Tract