A nurse is providing perineal care to a female patient. In which direction would the nurse move the washcloth?
A) from the pubic area toward the anal area
B) from the anal area to the pubic area
C) from side to side within the labia
D) the direction does not make any difference
A
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What will be an ideal response?
The nurse is presenting an early pregnancy class to a group of pregnant women. Which statement indicates a need for further education? "The placenta:
1. "Develops and grows larger until about 20 weeks' gestation." 2. "Creates hormones and enzymes that are necessary during pregnancy." 3. "Ages and becomes less permeable during the last month of pregnancy." 4. "Floats in the amniotic sac and filters waste products from the fetus."
The nurse is working toward discharging a patient. Which of following demonstrates patient engagement during the discharge process?
a. Teaching the patient how to use his equipment b. Having the patient establish daily goals c. Reviewing the discharge instructions with the patient d. Including the family in the discharge planning