A woman complains of perineal pain. The nurse assesses swelling, but sees no other abnormalities. The woman does not wish pharmacological treatment. What suggestion by the nurse is most appropriate?
A.
Applying a covered ice pack to the perineum every 2 to 4 hours for 20 minutes
B.
Placing cool cabbage leaves on the woman's peri-pad
C.
Sitting on a donut-type pillow when out of bed
D.
Immersing in a sitz bath with a water temperature of 120 °F (48.9 °C)
ANS: A
An ice pack, wrapped in cloth, can be applied to the perineum for 20 minutes every 2 to 4 hours for discomfort. Ice has vasoconstrictive and numbing effects. Cooled cabbage leaves can be placed against the woman's breasts to help with engorgement. Donut pillows are not recommended because they spread the buttocks and increase pain, especially if the woman has hemorrhoids. Sitz bath water should be no higher than 105 °F (40.5 °C).
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