A patient is returning to her room from having vulvar surgery. An important intervention during the initial postoperative period would consist of which of the following?
A) Placing the patient in high-Fowler's position
B) Sitz baths are recommended
C) Monitoring the surgical site for signs of infection
D) Analgesics will be administered on a PRN basis
Ans: C
Feedback: An important intervention for the patient who has undergone vulvar surgery is to monitor closely for signs of infection in the surgical site, such as redness, purulent drainage, and fever. The patient should be placed in low-Fowler's position to reduce pain by relieving tension on the incision. Sitz baths are discouraged after a wide excision of the vulva because of the risk of infection. Analgesics should be administered preventively on a scheduled basis to relieve pain and increase the patient's comfort level.
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