A Young Woman Who Has Crohn's Disease Develops a Fever

A young woman who has Crohn's disease develops a fever and symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI) with tan,fecal-smelling urine. What information will the nurse add to a general teaching plan about UTIs in order to individualize the teaching for this patient?

A) Bacteria in the perianal area can enter the urethra.
B) Fistulas can form between the bowel and bladder.
C) Drink adequate fluids to maintain normal hydration.
D) Empty the bladder before and after sexual intercourse.

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