Question

1. what should females avoid to help prevent urinary tract infections?

vaginal douching
drinking too many fluids
wiping from front to back
urinating when they get the urge

1. how does the bladder change with age?

holds less urine
becomes stretchier
gets stronger
grows in size

1. what most commonly causes urinary tract infections (utis)?

parasites
bacteria
fungi
viruses

Explanation:

Question 1

To prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs), vaginal douching is not recommended as it can disrupt the natural balance of bacteria in the vagina and urinary tract, increasing the risk of infection. Drinking enough fluids, wiping front to back, and urinating when the urge arises are good practices for UTI prevention.

As people age, the bladder muscles may weaken, and the bladder's capacity to hold urine can decrease, meaning it holds less urine. Bladders do not typically grow in size, get stronger, or become stretchier with age in a way that is beneficial; rather, age - related changes often lead to reduced urine - holding capacity.

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are most commonly caused by bacteria, specifically Escherichia coli (E. coli) which is often found in the gastrointestinal tract and can enter the urinary tract. While fungi, viruses, and parasites can cause UTIs, they are much less common causes compared to bacteria.

Answer:

A. Vaginal douching

Question 2