Which instructions should be provided to the parents of a 4-year-old girl who has experienced chronic UTIs in the last 2 years? (Select all that apply.)
A) Wear only nylon underwear for better airflow.
B) Teach the child to wipe from front to back.
C) Encourage the child to take long baths by allowing the child bubbles and toys in the tub.
D) Encourage the child to drink additional fluids throughout the day.
E) Plan potty breaks every 2 hours throughout the day.

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These choices provide appropriate instructions for preventing UTIs in children. Wiping from front to back helps prevent bacteria from entering the urethra, drinking extra fluids helps flush out bacteria from the urinary tract, and frequent potty breaks help prevent urine from staying in the bladder too long. Wearing nylon underwear is not necessary for preventing UTIs, and taking long baths with bubbles and toys can actually increase the risk of infection by introducing bacteria into the urethra.

Which Instructions Should Be Provided to the Parents of a 4-Year-Old