Which of the following statements made by an older adult with a history of urinary tract infections shows the best understanding of interventions that minimize the risk for developing such infections?
A) "I drink 8 ounces of cranberry juice a day to discourage bacterial growth in my bladder."
B) "Whenever I feel an infection coming on,I immediately call my health care provider."
C) "I told the nurses I didn't want a urinary catheter unless I absolutely had to have one."
D) "Whenever I can,I avoid drinking after 8 PM because I usually go to bed about 11 PM."

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Make fluids such as cranberry juice available as part of the client's fluid intake.Cranberry juice discourages bacterial adherence to the bladder wall.The remaining options either have less impact on a daily basis or are more related to early detection rather than prevention.

Which of the Following Statements Made by an Older Adult