The female nurse is caring for a male patient who is uncircumcised but not ambulatory, although he has full function of arms and hands. The nurse is providing the patient with a partial bed bath. Perineal care for this patient
a. Is not necessary because he is not circumcised.
b. Should be postponed because it may cause him embarrassment.
c. Should be done by the patient.
d. Should be done by the nurse.
ANS: C
Patients most in need of perineal care are those at greatest risk for acquiring an infection such as uncircumcised males. If a patient is able to perform perineal self-care, encourage this independence. Embarrassment should not cause the nurse to overlook the patient's hygiene needs. The nurse should provide this care only if the patient is unable to do so.
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