Prevention of Urinary Tract Infections
Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, are serious because they can occur in anyone. However, they are mostly preventable. Some people you will be caring for, such as older adults, are more prone to them. So, you must take the needed actions to help reduce UTIs. This course will explain the risk factors for UTIs and how to prevent infections. You will also learn how to identify the presence of a UTI and how it is treated.
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Course Code: REL-PAC-0-PUTI
Hours: 0.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Identify three factors that increase the risk of developing a UTI.
Explain how UTIs are recognized and treated.
Describe four actions that can help prevent UTIs.
Outline:
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Urinary Tract Infections
Urinary Tract
Risk Factors for Urinary Tract Infections
Signs and Symptoms
Treatment for UTIs
Prevention
Urinary Catheter Care
Review
Summary
Section 3: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Subject Matter Expert: Stephanie Whitfield, MSN, RN, CPN
Stephanie has over 19 years of clinical and teaching experience. Her areas of expertise are in neonatal intensive care, general pediatrics, home health, and children with medical complexities. She earned her Master's in nursing from Chamberlain University in 2022. Her professional practice is guided by Jean Watson's philosophy that, "Caring is the essence of nursing."
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Direct Care Staff; in the following settings: Skilled Nursing Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.