The nurse priority assessment for a child with recurrent UTI will include: (Select All that Apply.)
Explanation & Rationale
A. Checking for abdominal tenderness: Abdominal tenderness can be an indication of an underlying infection or other complications associated with recurrent UTIs. B. Monitoring for signs of jaundice: Jaundice is not typically associated with recurrent UTIs unless there is liver involvement or severe infection. C. Obtaining a urine culture: A urine culture is essential to identify the pathogen causing the UTI and guide appropriate antibiotic treatment. D. Assessing for potential sexual abuse: While important in certain cases, it is not the first priority unless there are signs or history suggesting it. E. Assessing the child's sleep patterns: Sleep patterns are generally not a primary focus in assessing recurrent UTIs. F. Assessing for congenital structural abnormalities: Recurrent UTIs in children may indicate underlying structural abnormalities in the urinary tract that need to be assessed. G. Evaluating the child's bowel movement frequency: Bowel habits can impact urinary tract health, but it is not the top priority in the initial assessment of recurrent UTIs.