A female patient is diagnosed with mild uterine prolapse into the vagina. For which areas should the nurse prepare to reinforce teaching to help this patient? (Select all that apply.)
a. Avoid weight gain
b. Take care of the pessary
c. Consume a healthy diet
d. Perform Kegel exercises
e. Perform vaginal douches
ANS: A, B, C, D
Prolapse of the pelvic organs into the vagina can be treated by instructing the patient to avoid weight gain, the use and care of a pessary, the importance of consuming a healthy diet, and performing Kegel exercises to strengthen the pubococcygeal muscle. E. Vaginal douches are not recommended treatment for a prolapsed uterus.
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