Urinary tract infections in residential aged-care facilities

This module explores the diagnostic approach to managing urinary tract infections in residential aged care facility residents to reduce antibiotic resistance. It is suitable for nurses and health professionals working in aged care.

Learning outcomes

By completing this module you will be able to:

classify diagnosis based on differential symptoms
order investigations to identify the presence and aetiology of UTIs in aged-care residents
define management of UTIs to reduce antibiotic resistance
describe measures to prevent the development of UTIs in aged-care residents
implement a systematic approach to review patients’ current medicines and their ongoing use.