The nurse and nursing aid are providing perineal care for an incontinent client. What information is important for the nurse to consider when providing perineal care?
A) Apply moisture barriers to the skin of the perineal area.
B) Provide excessive hydration to the skin of the perineal area.
C) Wash the perineal area frequently with soap and water.
D) Aggressively cleanse the perineal area with a washcloth or towel.
Ans: A
Care to the perineal area for an incontinent client includes the use of moisture barriers, skin cleansers, and moisturizers and the avoidance of soap or friction. Measures should be followed to reduce overhydration because this will increase the risk for perineal damage and skin breakdown.
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