what are some nursing interventions for an infant with a UTI?

Question

5 month old female infant presenting to the hospital with a UTI, symptoms include vomiting and diarrhea, as well as inability to keep food or fluids down, lethargy and irritability. Labs point towards UTI. We are provided the medical interventions such as daily weight, establishing an providing bolus and medication. We are asked to say what nursing interventions would be relevant to this case and why? I cannot find a good resource of "nursing interventions" especially for an infant with a UTI who has GI problems. Any information about what some good interventions would is greatly appreciated. Thank you!

Answer 1

Some nursing interventions for a patient with a UTI are..

1. Explain the importance of antibiotic adherence
2. Explain that the patient needs to take the medication as prescribed.
3. Assess patient's urinary patterns, report any abnormalities to the doctor.
4. Encourage fluid intake (2-3 liters) as tolerated by the patient
5. Encourage voiding every two to three hours.
6. explain the symptoms of a worsening infection to the patient and have the patient let you know if they experience any of these symptoms.