To prevent urinary tract infection, the nurse must teach the patient the following.

Select all that apply.

The nurse should contact the provider before administering furosemide because the patient has a low serum potassium level of 2.8 mEq/L, which is below the normal range of 3.5 to 5.0 mEq/L.Furosemide is a diuretic that can cause potassium loss and worsen hypokalemia, which can lead to cardiac arrhythmias, muscle weakness, and fatigue. The nurse should also monitor the patient’s blood pressure, weight, and urine output, as furosemide can lower blood pressure and cause dehydration.

Choice A. Administer medication is wrong because the nurse should not give furosemide without checking with the provider first, as it could be harmful to the patient with low potassium.

Choice C. Hold medication is wrong because the nurse should not withhold furosemide without a valid reason or an order from the provider, as it could cause fluid overload and worsen the patient’s condition.

Choice D. Give potassium supplement is wrong because the nurse should not give potassium supplement without an order from the provider, as it could cause hyperkalemia or interact with other medications.

These are all measures that can help prevent urinary tract infection (UTI), which is an infection in any part of the urinary system, including kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra.

Choice A is wrong because holding the urge to urinate as much as possible can allow bacteria to grow in the bladder and cause infection.It is better to urinate frequently and completely to flush out any germs that may enter the urinary tract.

Choice B is correct because emptying the bladder before and after sexual intercourse can help remove any bacteria that may have been introduced during sex.Sexual activity is one of the common causes of UTI, especially in women.

Choice C is correct because taking antibiotics as ordered can help treat an existing UTI or prevent a recurrent one.Antibiotics are the first line of treatment for UTI and they work by killing the bacteria that cause the infection.

Choice D is correct because female patients should wipe from front to back after using the bathroom.This can prevent bacteria from the anus or fecal matter from spreading to the urethra and causing infection.

Choice E is correct because drinking 8 to 10 glasses of water a day can help dilute the urine and flush out any bacteria that may be present in the urinary tract.Water also helps maintain a healthy urinary system by keeping it hydrated and functioning well.