Join Paige and Stephanie as they once again share knowledge, tips, and resources. And have fun along the way! This week's topic is one of Nurse Stephanie's favorites! UTI Prevention! The conversation delves into the complexities of urinary tract infections (UTIs) in older adults, highlighting the atypical symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and preventive measures. We emphasize the importance of hydration, recognizing subtle changes in behavior, and the role of caregivers in managing health. We also discuss dietary impacts ...
Join Paige and Stephanie as they once again share knowledge, tips, and resources. And have fun along the way! This week's topic is one of Nurse Stephanie's favorites! UTI Prevention! The conversation delves into the complexities of urinary tract infections (UTIs) in older adults, highlighting the atypical symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and preventive measures. We emphasize the importance of hydration, recognizing subtle changes in behavior, and the role of caregivers in managing health. We also discuss dietary impacts and the significance of completing antibiotic courses to prevent resistance.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Personal Anecdotes
03:43 Understanding UTIs in Older Adults
07:00 Symptoms and Diagnosis of UTIs
09:43 Recognizing UTIs in Non-Communicative Patients
13:08 Testing and Confirming UTIs
16:00 Treatment Options for UTIs
19:04 Differences in UTI Symptoms and Treatments for Men and Women
22:06 Monitoring Side Effects of UTI Treatments
24:59 Frequent and Recurrent UTIs
28:04 Asymptomatic Bacteriuria Explained
30:35 Prevention Strategies for UTIs
33:26 Diet and Fluid Intake Impact on UTIs
36:43 Supplements and Their Role in UTI Prevention
39:44 Key Takeaways for Caregivers
42:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Wade Bauer - the fun guy, husband to Paige, collector of random facts, silky voice behind the intro and outro.
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