A patient has been diagnosed with vulvovaginal candidiasis (VCC). The nurse would evaluate the teaching goal for this patient as successful if the patient makes which statement?
1. "I will take the entire 28-day course of antibiotics.".
2. "I will douche each evening to cleanse my vaginal area.".
3. "Now that I know the symptoms, if I get another infection I can use over-the-counter medications.".
4. "I will start wearing cotton underwear.".
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Rationale 1: Antibiotics for VCC are given in 1-, 3-, or 7-day courses.
Rationale 2: Douching should be avoided.
Rationale 3: Recurrent vaginitis requires further consultation with the health care provider.
Rationale 4: Cotton underwear allows for better absorption of moisture.
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