Body systemsQuestion 1669 of 1700
Which action helps prevent a UTI?
- Wipe from back to front
- Limit fluids so there is less urine
- Skip perineal care to protect the skin
- Wipe from front to back
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Correct answer: Wipe from front to back
Wiping front to back keeps germs from the anus away from the urethra. Good perineal hygiene and a toileting schedule also help.
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026