Urinary Tract Infection Teaching 2466
Instructed caregiver increase the patient's water intake. An increase in fluids can help flush out the urinary tract and put you on the road to recovery. Just make sure you're drinking wanter and avoid any sugary or caffeinated drinks. Patient verbalized.
Reviewed October 2019
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.
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