During a class for 5th- and 6th-grade girls about menstruation, one student comments that she has heard that girls smell bad during their menses. Other students chime in saying they have heard the same thing and ask how to prevent odors
The nurse correctly answers with which of the following solutions?
A) Stay at home during heaviest flow
B) Use deodorizing pads and tampons
C) Utilize good hygiene and regular bathing
D) Change pads or tampons at least daily
Ans: C
Deodorized pads and tampons do little to minimize odor and can cause chemical irritation to the vulva and vagina. Good hygiene and regular bathing are much more effective during menses to prevent odor. Pads and tampons should be changed frequently to prevent odor and irritation from wetness, usually every few hours.
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