When caring for the client with uterine prolapse nursing interventions should include:
A)
recommending laxatives to prevent constipation.
B)
have the client lie in knee-chest position for an hour, twice daily.
C)
have the client lie in a high-Fowler's position when experiencing low back pain.
D)
teach the client Kegel exercises.
D
Explanation:
A)
Kegel exercises help to strengthen pelvic floor muscles, helping to minimize urinary leakage and descent of the bladder and rectum into the vagina. Although prolapse may cause constipation, option D provides a specific intervention that can be done to help the prolapse and prevent other complications.
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B)
Kegel exercises help to strengthen pelvic floor muscles, helping to minimize urinary leakage and descent of the bladder and rectum into the vagina. Although prolapse may cause constipation, option D provides a specific intervention that can be done to help the prolapse and prevent other complications.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
C)
Kegel exercises help to strengthen pelvic floor muscles, helping to minimize urinary leakage and descent of the bladder and rectum into the vagina. Although prolapse may cause constipation, option D provides a specific intervention that can be done to help the prolapse and prevent other complications.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
D)
Kegel exercises help to strengthen pelvic floor muscles, helping to minimize urinary leakage and descent of the bladder and rectum into the vagina. Although prolapse may cause constipation, option D provides a specific intervention that can be done to help the prolapse and prevent other complications.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
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