The nurse applies Steri-Strips to the client's surgical site after suture removal. Which does the nurse instruct the client to avoid in client teaching?
1. Limit heavy lifting activities.
2. Ambulate several times a day.
3. Soak in bathtub for relaxation.
4. Use pillow to support incision.
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3. The nurse instructs the client to avoid the bathtub because the perineal area contaminates the bath water, increasing the risk of infecting the wound. In addition, soaking in water decreases the longevity of the Steri-Strips.
1. The nurse instructs the client to avoid heavy lifting to prevent exposing the new incision to excessive pressure; if the incision separates or eviscerates the client's risk of infection and com-plications increases.
2. The nurse encourages the client to ambulate several times a day to prevent deconditioning, thromboembolic events, pneumonia, and constipation.
4. The nurse instructs the client to support the incision with a pillow for turning, coughing, deep breathing, and other activities as necessary.
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