The nurse administers a vaginal suppository to the client. What does the nurse include in client teaching about postadministration events?
1. Use a tampon to hold the suppository in place.
2. Prepare for a small amount of liquid discharge.
3. Expect moderate localized burning and itching.
4. Remain in semi-Fowler's position for 2 hours.
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2. The nurse instructs the client to expect a small amount of vaginal drainage after insertion of a suppository as the suppository melts.
1. The nurse instructs the client to avoid tampon use during the use of vaginal suppo-sitories because the tampon absorbs the liquid, which decreases the suppository's ef-fectiveness.
3. Burning and itching after administration of a vaginal suppository is unexpected.
4. Remaining in semi-Fowler's position after vaginal suppository insertion is unne-cessary but is a better technique for retaining the vaginal medication than standing; however, it is not as effective as remaining in the supine position where gravity has no effect on the absorption rate.
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