A new mother expresses fear to the nurse about changing her baby's diaper after he is circumcised. What information does this mother need to safely take care of the baby when she gets home?
a. Cleanse the penis gently with water and put petroleum jelly around the glans after each diaper change.
b. Cleanse the penis with prepackaged diaper wipes every 3 to 4 hours.
c. Wash off the yellow exudate that forms on the glans at least once every day to prevent infection.
d. Put constant pressure on the penis, if bleeding is noted, and check the site again in 2 hours.
ANS: A
Using plain water for cleansing, followed by application of A&D ointment or petroleum jelly to the penis to prevent the diaper from sticking to it, is appropriate care for circumcision. Prepackaged diaper wipes may contain chemicals that could cause pain or inflammation. Do not remove the yellow exudates because this is a normal healing process. If bleeding occurs, notify the health care provider immediately.
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