Which actions by the nurse may prevent infections in the labor and delivery area?
a. Vaginal examinations every hour while the woman is in active labor
b. Use of clean techniques for all procedures
c. Cleaning secretions from the vaginal area by using back-to-front motion
d. Keeping underpads and linens as dry as possible
D
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A Vaginal examinations should be limited to decrease transmission of vaginal
organisms into the uterine cavity.
B Use an aseptic technique if membranes are not ruptured; use a sterile technique if
membranes are ruptured.
C Vaginal drainage should be removed with a front-to-back motion to decrease
fecal contamination.
D Bacterial growth prefers a moist, warm environment.
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