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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Definitions:

Pupil

The opening in the center of the iris of the eye that adjusts size to control the amount of light reaching the retina.

Protective Covering

A layer or structure that serves to shield or guard an organism or part of an organism from harm or injury.

Eyeball

The spherical part of the eye that contains the optic structures and is responsible for vision.

Sclera

The white outer layer of the eyeball, providing protection and structure.