Older Adult UTI

A 68-year-old woman presents for follow-up at her primary care provider with a chief complaint of “another urine infection”, stating she was seen 4 days ago at urgent care with new onset dysuria and urinary frequency. A review of her clinical record reveals that she has had 3 symptomatic, culture-confirmed UTIs in the past 8 months.  She is currently on day 4 of 5 of the antimicrobial prescribed and is without symptoms. Her concomitant health issues include HTN and dyslipidemia, both at treatment goals with lifestyle modification and medication.  When discussing with the patient efforts to prevent future UTIs, the NP considers which of the following will be appropriate? A. Adding cranberry juice supplements to her diet daily. B. Avoiding tub baths. C. Initiating long-term antimicrobial prophylaxisD. Regular use of a vaginal estrogen. ---YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LxjF5uUuSHg&t=4sVisit fhea.com to learn more!