The nurse is providing postsurgical care for an infant who has undergone a hypospadias repair. Which action by the nurse would be most important to help keep the area clean while maintaining proper position of the drainage tubing?
A) Keeping the drainage tube taped in an upright position
B) Administering antibiotics as ordered
C) Administering analgesics as prescribed
D) Using a double-diapering technique
Ans: D
Double diapering is a method used to protect a child's urethra and stent or catheter after surgery and additionally helps to keep the area clean and free from infection. Keeping the drainage tube taped in an upright position, administering antibiotics, and administering analgesics are also important, but double diapering keeps the area clean and helps prevent infection.
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