When a nurse is providing perineal care to a client, regardless of gender, it is essential that the nurse do which of the following?
a. Use plenty of soap and water to cleanse the area.
b. Apply a barrier ointment to the area.
c. Place the client at ease with a professional approach.
d. Wear two pairs of gloves during the procedure.
C
When providing perineal care to a client, it is important that the nurse place the client at ease using a professional approach.
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