UTI Lecture Flashcards
1
Q
underlying condition that increases risk of failing therapy
diabetes
pregnancy
sxs for 7+ days before seeking care
hospital acquired
renal failure
urinary obstruction
foleys
anatomic abnormality
renal transplant
immunosuppression
A
complicated UTIs
2
Q
squamous cells + mucus, means what?
A
contaminated sample
3
Q
fatigue/malaise
“not her self”
forgetful, confusion
unsteady on feet
foul smelling urine
cloudy urine
increased creatinine
A
complicated UTI
4
Q
Most predictive of UTI?
A
Nitrites
5
Q
True or False…
E coli is a gm neg bacilli
A
True
6
Q
are Macrobid and Bactrim good for the elderly?
A
NO
