EPISODE · Sep 16, 2025 · 18 MIN
EP 54 - Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
from Pulse Check with Archer Nursing · host Archer Review
In this episode, Dr. Morgan Taylor reviews urinary tract infections (UTIs)—one of the most common but high-stakes topics for nurses.What You’ll Learn:UTI basics: lower (cystitis) vs. upper (pyelonephritis)Most common cause: E. coliKey symptoms: dysuria, frequency, urgency, suprapubic painPyelonephritis signs: fever, chills, CVA tenderness, N/VRisk factors: sexual activity, douching, catheters, incomplete bladder emptyingDiagnostics: urinalysis & culture (not 24-hr urine)Nursing priorities: hydration, antibiotics, comfort measures, client educationPrevention tips: front-to-back wiping, urinate after intercourse, cranberry for prevention (not treatment)Perfect for students prepping for NCLEX, nurses reviewing infection control, or anyone wanting a clear breakdown of lower vs. upper UTI care. Find everything Archer Review has to offer: archerreview.link/PulseCheck Use code PULSECHECK10 - an exclusive discount just for our listeners! Connect with us! 📸 Instagram: @archernursing 📘 Facebook: Archer NCLEX Review 🎵 TikTok: @archernursing ▶️ YouTube: Archer Review NCLEX, USMLE, TEAS7, and FNP
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In this episode, Dr. Morgan Taylor reviews urinary tract infections (UTIs)—one of the most common but high-stakes topics for nurses.What You’ll Learn:UTI basics: lower (cystitis) vs. upper (pyelonephritis)Most common cause: E. coliKey symptoms: dysuria, frequency, urgency, suprapubic painPyelonephritis signs: fever, chills, CVA tenderness, N/VRisk factors: sexual activity, douching, catheters, incomplete bladder emptyingDiagnostics: urinalysis & culture (not 24-hr urine)Nursing priorities: hydration, antibiotics, comfort measures, client educationPrevention tips: front-to-back wiping, urinate after intercourse, cranberry for prevention (not treatment)Perfect for students prepping for NCLEX, nurses reviewing infection control, or anyone wanting a clear breakdown of lower vs. upper UTI care. Find everything Archer Review has to offer: archerreview.link/PulseCheck Use code PULSECHECK10 - an exclusive discount just for our listeners! Connect with us! 📸 Instagram: @archernursing 📘 Facebook: Archer NCLEX Review 🎵 TikTok: @archernursing ▶️ YouTube: Archer Review NCLEX, USMLE, TEAS7, and FNP
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