The Client Is Recovering from a Delivery That Included a Midline

question 37

Multiple Choice

The client is recovering from a delivery that included a midline episiotomy. Her perineum is swollen and sore. Ten minutes after an ice pack is applied, the client asks for another. What is the best response from the nurse?

• A) "I'll get you one right away."
• B) "You only need to use one ice pack."
• C) "You need to leave it off for at least 20 minutes and then reapply."
• D) "I'll bring you an extra so that you can change it when you are ready."

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