In the nursing care plan for a patient with acute cystitis, an expected outcome would be:
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Correct answer: Maintains ≥2 L/day fluid intake and reports less burning on voiding
Encouraging fluid intake and monitoring symptom reduction (e.g., burning with urination) are appropriate nursing outcomes for lower UTI care.
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