GU Concepts

Question 1

103) What are some important patient teaching concepts for a client with a UTI?

Answer 1

-teach cleanliness and proper toileting
-encourage increased fluid intake (water)
-monitor urinary output
-assess for elevated temperature
-assess for low back pain

Question 2

104) When does one stop antibiotic therapy for a UTI?

Answer 2

when the course of antibiotics has been completed

Question 3

105) When a client is experiencing end-stage renal disease, what medications would a nurse anticipate the client will have ordered? Be sure to list the rationale for each med, as well as any special notes for the medications.

Question 4

106) Why is it important as a nurse to monitor a client’s urine output? What would be considered a “normal” hourly urine output?

Answer 4

Not enough urine means kidneys are no longer able to maintain adequate filtering of waste.
Normal urine output: 60 ml/hr or 1ml/kg/hr