Question

What are Educational needs to an elderly patient who frequently gets Urinary Tract Infection?

Answer 1

Classic symptom of Urinary Tract infection is burning pain and frequent urination.

A)Take medications according to doctors prescription- infection should clear up in few days.

B)Skipping treatments early,even if symptoms resolve,increase the risk of re- occurance and antibiotic resistance.

C)Drink plenty of water to flush out remaining bacteria.

D)A heating pad or hot water bottle may help relieve from pelvic pain and back pain.

E)Change incontinence briefs frequently.

F)Avoid bladder irritants such as caffeine and alcohol.

G)Keep the genital area clean by wiping front to back after going to bathroom.

H)Urinating as soon as the urge hits is highly important.

I)Do not try home remedies without first consulting a doctor.