Personal careQuestion 1234 of 1700
What is a common cause of a UTI that the nursing assistant can prevent?
- Improper perineal care
- Too much exercise
- Too much fluid
- Wearing socks in bed
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Correct answer: Improper perineal care
Good perineal care helps keep bacteria from the rectum away from the urethra.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 5.8: Assistance With Toileting
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026