The nurse is completing discharge teaching for a client who delivered 2 days ago. Which statement by the client indicates that further information is required?
1. "Because I have a midline episiotomy, I should keep my perineum clean."
2. "I can use an ice pack to relieve some the pain from the episiotomy."
3. "I can take ibuprofen (Motrin) when my perineum starts to hurt."
4. "The tear I have through my rectum is unrelated to my episiotomy."
4
Explanation: 4. This statement is incorrect. The major disadvantage is that a tear of the midline incision may extend through the anal sphincter and rectum.
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