The definitions of asymptomatic bacteruria, simple UTI, complicated UTI and interpreting urine cultures will be discussed. The risk factors associated with UTIs and asymptomatic bacteruria will be presented through case studies. Current standards are discussed including definition, causes, and treatments. CAUTI is briefly touched upon. Bacteria resistance patterns, rationale and treatments are also discussed as well as current research and evidence- based practice. The presentation ends with a discussion of specific nursing interventions to promote urologic health in this group with an emphasis on minimal intervention and optimizing quality of life.
Contact hours available until 10/26/17.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online CNE evaluation. You will be able to print your CNE certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Planning Committee Disclosures:
• Gina Powley - Astellas/Medivation speaker bureau, Ferring Pharmaceuticals speaker bureau
• Leanne Schimke, MSN, CRNP, CUNP - Consultant: Bayer, Speaker's Bureau: Bayer
• Valre Welch, MSN, CPNP - Holister Continence Care Advisory Board; Speaker for Hollister Incontinence Workshops
Speaker Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.
Accreditation Statement:
Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
SUNA is a provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, provider number, CEP 5556.
Objectives:
1. Define asymptomatic bacteruria.
2. Interpret urine cultures.
3. Discuss bacterial resistance patterns.