Which statements about CAUTI prevention and management practices are true?

Asymptomatic bacteriuria in nursing home residents should not be treated with antibiotics because this condition does not typically require intervention. In many cases, individuals with asymptomatic bacteriuria show no symptoms and do not experience adverse effects from the presence of bacteria in their urine. Treating asymptomatic bacteriuria can lead to unnecessary antibiotic use, which is a significant concern due to the potential for antibiotic resistance development and adverse effects that can arise from antibiotics themselves. In settings like nursing homes, the focus shifts toward avoiding unnecessary treatments and promoting patient safety rather than responding with antibiotics to every instance of bacteria detected in the urine.

The other options do not hold true in the context of infection prevention. For example, not all instances of bacteriuria necessitate treatment, especially if the individual is asymptomatic. Additionally, biofilms can form relatively quickly on catheters, potentially within days of insertion, compromising the effectiveness of infection control measures. Lastly, bacteria are indeed influenced by the presence of catheters, as catheters can provide a surface for bacterial adhesion and biofilm development, making catheter-associated urinary tract infections a significant concern in healthcare settings.