A client has had a hemorrhoidectomy and has been ordered a sitz bath BID. Which of the following interventions is appropriate in assisting the client with his bath?
1. Flatten the reservoir bag on a hard surface and press on it to expel air.
2. Have the client use the clamp on the tubing to regulate the flow of water.
3. Leave the client sitting on the basin for 45 minutes.
4. Place the sitz bath on the commode seat, and fill the reservoir with warm water at 110°F to 115°F.
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: Having the client use the clamp on the tubing to regulate the flow of water is a correct intervention. Flattening the reservoir is performed when an ice bag or hot water bottle is filled. The time for a sitz bath usually ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, not 45 minutes. The water in the reservoir should be about 105°F, not 110°F to 115°F, which would be too hot.
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