urinary
Urinary Tract Infection
SN instructed that urinary
tract infection generally develops when bacteria enter the urinary
tract and begin multiplying. The most common urinary
tract infections are cystitis, which affects the bladder, and urethritis, which affects the urethra. Urinary
tract infections are the second most common type of infection that develop in the body. Symptoms of the infection include burning or pain during urination, an urge to urinate often, pressure in the lower belly, foul-smelling urine, back pain below the ribs, tiredness or shakiness, fever and urine that looks reddish or cloudy. A urinary
tract infection is more likely to occur in women than men, and it affects people of all ages.
SN instructed patient / caregiver about urinary
tract infection(uti), an infection in any part of the urinary
system (kidneys, ureters , bladder and urethra). SN instructed patient / caregiver that most infections involve the lower urinary
tract (the bladder and urethra). SN instructed symptoms / signs of uti such as a strong, persistent urge to urinate, a burning sensation when urinating, passing frequent, small amounts of urine. SN instructed patient / caregiver on possible causes such as infection of the urethra and bladder. SN instructed patient / caregiver on lifestyle/ home remedies such as drinking plenty of water daily to help flush the urinary
tract, avoid holding it when there's need to go to prevent development of bacteria which can cause uti. SN instructed patient / caregiver to wipe from front to back after movement, to help prevent bacteria from the anus from entering the vagina or urethra.
SN instructed patient on ways to prevent Urinary
tract infection ( UTI ). Cranberry juice contains active compounds that are able to survive the digestive process. In the urinary
tract system, these compounds actively work to fight bacteria. Its effectiveness at treating urinary
tract infections has been proven, and regularly consuming cranberry juice can help prevent them. You don’t have to choose straight cranberry juice, it can be blended with apple juice or even water for taste without losing its effectiveness. Water helps to keep the system flushed out, preventing bacteria from accumulating and causing problems. Cranberry juice or cranberry juice cocktails should be offered on a regular basis and water intake should be tracked daily to ensure the patients are consuming enough water. Never Force yourself and wait - when you need to go the bathroom, your needs should be tended to immediately. Do not, under any circumstances, wait for a long period of time. Holding a full bladder for long periods of time can quickly lead to a urinary
tract infection. Patient / caregiver verbalized understanding.
SN instructed that because of a woman's anatomy, all women are at risk of developing a urinary
tract infection. Mayo Clinic notes that the short distance from the urethra to the anus and bladder opening causes this risk. The infection can also develop when bacteria from the GI tract spreads to the urethra from the anus. Sexually transmitted diseases can also cause urinary
tract infections. Anyone who suspects a urinary
tract infection is present should seek medical attention, Doctors conduct a urine test to determine if a patient has the infection, and it is treated with antibiotics.
SN instructed that a Urinary
Tract Infection or UTI refers to an infection affecting any component of the urinary
system, i.e. the kidneys, ureters, bladder or urethra. UTIs tend to be more common in women than men, with almost all females suffering from them at least once during the course of their lifetime. In uncomplicated cases, UTIs can be treated easily using antibiotics. In complicated cases, especially if the kidneys are affected, longer courses or medication may be required, depending upon the nature of complication. The following is a list of symptoms commonly associated with a Urinary
Tract Infection. Anyone having these should get themselves checked for the same.
SN instructed patient that water helps flush your urinary
tract, make sure you drink plenty of plain water daily. Don't hold it when you need to urinate. Holding it when you need to go can help any bacteria that may be present develop into a urinary
tract infection. Wipe from front to back after a bowl movement. This is especially important to help prevent bacteria from the anus from entering the vagina or urethra.
SN educated caregiver on the new medication. Phenazopyridine relieves urinary
tract pain, burning, irritation, and discomfort, as well as urgent and frequent urination caused by urinary
tract infections, surgery, injury, or examination procedures. However, phenazopyridine is not an antibiotic. Phenazopyridine stains clothing, because it will turn your urine color into bright orange color.
Instructed caregiver you can take these steps to reduce the patient's risk of urinary
tract infections: drink plenty of liquids, especially water. Drinking water helps dilute your urine and ensures that you'll urinate more frequently allowing bacteria to be flushed from your urinary
tract before an infection can begin.
Instructed in S/S of possible urinary
tract infection such as back pain, burning, oliguria, dysuria, retention, fever, etc.
Instructed patient about S/S of possible urinary
tract infection, such as, back pain, burning, oliguria, dysuria, retention, fever, etc.