Uncomplicated Urinary Tract Infections

Overview

4.6 out of 5 (192 Reviews)

Credits

2.00

Post-Assessment Questions

13

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

21 Feb 2025

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

120 Minutes


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Activity Description

Uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the most common bacterial infections encountered in clinical practice. They primarily affect the lower urinary tract, including the bladder and associated structures. Unlike complicated UTIs, uncomplicated cases occur in otherwise healthy individuals without structural abnormalities in the urinary tract or significant comorbidities. Although some cases may resolve spontaneously, many patients seek therapy to relieve symptoms and prevent potential complications. Symptoms include urinary frequency, urgency, dysuria, and suprapubic discomfort.

Prompt and accurate diagnosis of uncomplicated UTIs is crucial for timely and appropriate management. Diagnosis relies on clinical history, urinalysis, and urine culture, with proper specimen collection being essential. Treatment strategies typically involve the use of first-line therapies, including nitrofurantoin, trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, trimethoprim alone, fosfomycin, cephalosporins, and pivmecillinam. Preventive strategies to reduce UTIs are crucial for alleviating the burden on healthcare resources. This activity reviews uncomplicated UTIs, focusing on their clinical presentation, diagnosis, and guideline-based treatment approaches. This activity also emphasizes the importance of interprofessional collaboration among healthcare providers in delivering coordinated and comprehensive care while improving outcomes for uncomplicated UTIs.


UAN: JA4008338-0000-23-4700-H01-P

Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the clinical signs and symptoms of uncomplicated urinary tract infections in otherwise healthy patients.

  • Implement appropriate diagnostic tests, including urinalysis and urine culture, for accurate diagnosis of uncomplicated urinary tract infections.

  • Select the appropriate antibiotic regimen based on patient-specific factors and antibiotic susceptibility for uncomplicated urinary tract infections.

  • Collaborate with the interprofessional healthcare team to ensure comprehensive care, including preventive strategies to reduce recurrent urinary tract infections.

Pharmacy Activity Type:
Disease/Drug Therapy Related


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