Which Factor Predisposes a Child to Urinary Tract Infections

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which factor predisposes a child to urinary tract infections?

• A) Increased fluid intake
• B) Short urethra in young girls
• C) Prostatic secretions in males
• D) Frequent emptying of the bladder

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