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Bacteria ascends in the urinary tract w/ the help of different factors Mechanical Factors activities or condition which enables the bacteria to reach the bladder Short Urethra for females Sexual Intercourse Catetherization
Infections/Virulence Factors Fimbrae enables bacteria to adhere at the urethra and bladder wall
bacteria continues to ascend into the bladder causing acute uncomplicated bacterial cystitis or complicated cystitis Diagnostic Procedure inflammation of the bladder y Urinalysis
Nursing Intervention la Nursing Diagnosis y Acute Pain y y y Analgesic and Antispasmodic to relieve bladder irritability and pain Encourage increase OFI Increase intake of acidic foods