SUBSCRIBE

urinary tract infection

Asymptomatic bacteriuria in institutionalized elderly

Follow the evidence for best practice. Takeaways: Positive urine cultures among older patients living in long-term care facilities frequently lead to antibiotic prescriptions because of an association between…
antibacterial drug fda urinary tract infection ant

FDA approves new drug for UTI

“The FDA is committed to making new safe and effective antibacterial drugs available,” said Edward Cox, M.D., director of the Office of Antimicrobial Products in the FDA’s Center…

Study: Urinary catheterization high risk for UTI

A review article in December 2012’s Journal of Hospital Infection found that highest population-attributable risk percentage for urinary tract infection (UTI) was associated with urinary catheterization, “with the…

UTIs and STIs frequently misdiagnosed in the ED

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in women are misdiagnosed in emergency departments nearly half the time, according to a study in the Journal of…

Reader Survey

Please share your feedback! We’re interested to learn more about your experience with American Nurse Journal.

Survey
cheryl meeGet your free access to the exclusive newsletter of American Nurse Journal and gain insights for your nursing practice.

NurseLine Newsletter

  • Hidden

*By submitting your e-mail, you are opting in to receiving information from Healthcom Media and Affiliates. The details, including your email address/mobile number, may be used to keep you informed about future products and services.

Test Your Knowledge

What is the primary cause of postpartum hemorrhage?