The nurse is teaching a patient how to use a daily vaginal suppository. Which of the following statements indicates that teaching has been effective?
a. "I should put the suppository in at night after I get into bed."
b. "It is best to insert the suppository each morning after a shower or bath."
c. "The suppository should be put in late in the day when I'm less likely to be active."
d. "I should put the suppository in each morning before I get out of bed."
ANS: A
Application of vaginal medication is easiest when the patient is lying down ready to sleep, because vaginal medications tend to run out when the patient stands or sits. Using it at other times risks losing much of the medication and its effect.
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