A Patient Who Uses a Pessary to Help Control Incontinence

question 25

Multiple Choice

A patient who uses a pessary to help control incontinence is given instruction for its care.What should these instructions include?

• A) Remove periodically for cleaning.
• B) Douche daily with a cleansing solution.
• C) Check for proper placement once a month.
• D) Periodically deflate the cuff.

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