A patient diagnosed with sepsis from a UTI is being discharged. What do you plan to include in her discharge teaching?: (A) Take cool baths, (B) Avoid tampon use, (C) Avoid sexual activity, (D) Drink 8 to 10 eight-oz glasses of water daily
Answer is D. Drinking 2-3L of water daily inhibits bacterial growth in the bladder and helps flush the bacteria from the bladder. 
The patient should be instructed to void after sexual activity.