The nurse is administering a vaginal cream. After inserting the applicator and administering the cream, which instruction will the nurse provide to the client?
1. Wash the perineal area.
2. Remain supine for 5-10 minutes.
3. Sit in the chair for 5-10 minutes.
4. Lie in a side-lying position for 5-10 minutes.
Correct Answer: 2
After administering the vaginal cream, the nurse would instruct the client to remain supine for 5-10 minutes to allow absorption of the medication and prevent gravity from evacuating the cream.
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