A client with a urinary tract infection is to be discharged from the health care facility. After teaching the client about measures to prevent urinary tract infections, the nurse determines that the education was successful when the client states which of the following?
A) "I should take frequent bubble baths."
B) "I need to void after sexual intercourse."
C) "I should wipe from back to front after going to the bathroom."
D) "I need to wear pants that are snug fitting."

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Voiding after sexual intercourse helps to flush out any bacteria that may have entered the urethra during sexual activity. Taking frequent bubble baths, wiping from back to front, and wearing snug fitting pants can all contribute to the growth of bacteria and increase the risk of urinary tract infections.

A Client with a Urinary Tract Infection Is to Be