M. 9-8 Urinary Tract Infection (NCLEX-
style Questions)
A client asks which fluids to avoid in light of repeated urinary tract infections(UTIs).
Which food should the nurse teach the client toavoid? (Select all thatapply.)
A. Coffee
B. Citrus juices
C. Alcoholic beverages
D. Milk
E. Cranberry juice - ANS-a,b,c
A client is admitted to the emergency department for possible acute pyelonephritis.
Which manifestation should the nurse consider to be consistent with thisdisorder?
(Select all thatapply.)
A. Flank tenderness
B. Diarrhea
C. Nocturia
D. Urinary frequency
E. Vomiting - ANS-a,b,d,e
For which client should the nurse question the healthcareprovider's order for a7- to
10-day course ofantibiotics?
A. A male client with pyelonephritis
B. A male client with a history ofantibiotic-resistant infections
C. A female client with uncomplicated cystitis
D. A female client with urinary tract abnormalities - ANS-c
The nurse has admitted a client to the unit for treatment of acute pyelonephritis. Which
collaborative intervention does the nurse anticipate initiating as a priority?
A. Administration of intravenous(IV) antibiotics
B. Administration of an analgesic
C. Order for a urine specimen for culture and sensitivity
D. Order for a complete blood count(CBC) with a differential - ANS-c
, The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with a urinary tract infection(UTI). Which
assessment finding supports thisdiagnosis?
(Select all thatapply.)
A. Abdominal pain
B. Burning sensation on urination
C. Clear urine
D. Hypothermia
E. Flank pain - ANS-a,b,e
The nurse is caring for a client experiencing pain related to a urinary tract infection
(UTI). Which intervention should the nurse initiate to address theclient's discomfort?
A. Increase in fluid intake
B. Application of cold compresses
C. Avoidance of contact with undergarments made of cotton
D. Cleansing of the urinary meatus with antiseptic wipes - ANS-a
The nurse is caring for a client experiencing urinary retention. Which preventive
catheter-associated urinary tract infection(CAUTI) measure should the nurse take to
protect the client from a urinary tract infection(UTI)?
A. Review the criteria for catheter insertion.
B. Obtain a urine sample for a urinalysis.
C. Consider an alternative to an indwelling catheter.
D. Initiate an antibiotic before inserting a catheter. - ANS-c
The nurse is caring for a client who requires intermittent straight catheterization for
impaired urinary elimination. Which nursing intervention should the nurse include in the
plan of care to help prevent a urinary tract infection(UTI)?
A. Inflating the balloon when it is in the bladder
B. Using aseptic technique when inserting the straight catheter
C. Maintaining gravity flow to prevent urine reflux
D. Maintaining a closed drainage system - ANS-b
The nurse is caring for a client with a urinary catheter who is diagnosed with
asymptomatic bacteriuria. Which collaborative treatment should the nurse anticipate as
the firstaction?
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