The Nurse Determines That Instruction Regarding Prevention of Future Urinary

question 18

Multiple Choice

The nurse determines that instruction regarding prevention of future urinary tract infections (UTIs) has been effective for a 22-year-old female patient with cystitis when the patient states which of the following?

• A) "I can use vaginal antiseptic sprays to reduce bacteria."
• B) "I will drink a quart of water or other fluids every day."
• C) "I will wash with soap and water before sexual intercourse."
• D) "I will empty my bladder every 3 to 4 hours during the day."

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Definitions:

Enactive Mastery

Gaining confidence and skill through direct experience and successful practice in specific activities.

Self-Serving Bias

Underestimates internal factors and overestimates external factors as influences on someone’s behavior.

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency to attribute others' actions to their character or personality, while attributing one's own behaviors to situational factors.

Performance Problems

Issues or difficulties that negatively affect an individual's or organization's ability to achieve objectives or maintain standards.