A female patient asks the nurse about ways to prevent recurrent cystitis. What is an appropriate nursing response?
1. "Void before and as soon as possible after sexual intercourse.".
2. "Clean the perineal area from back to front.".
3. "Soak in a bathtub at least once a week.".
4. "Wear clean, nylon underpants.".
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Rationale 1: Voiding before and as soon as possible after sexual intercourse flushes contaminants that may have entered the urethra.
Rationale 2: Women should be instructed to cleanse the perineal area from front to back after voiding and defecating.
Rationale 3: The patient should avoid tub baths.
Rationale 4: Measures to maintain the integrity of perineal tissues include wearing cotton briefs.
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