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    HESI LPN Exit Exam IV Proctored Exam

    The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing home care instructions with the mother of a young girl with a urinary tract infection (UTI). Which information reported by the mother demonstrates understanding of home care for the child?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Follow-up urine tests are essential to ensure that the UTI is fully resolved and to check for any potential recurrence or complications. B. The full course of antibiotics must be completed even if symptoms improve. Refiling antibiotics should only be done based on a healthcare provider's recommendation, not symptom persistence. C. For females, the correct wiping technique is from front to back to avoid introducing bacteria from the anus to the urethra, so this statement is incorrect. D. Antibiotics should be taken for the entire prescribed duration to completely eradicate the infection, not just until symptoms improve.

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