During a Health Interview Focused on Sexual History, a Female

question 29

Multiple Choice

During a health interview focused on sexual history, a female patient makes a statement about douching and intercourse. What should the nurse do in response to this statement?

• A) Recommend the frequency of douching
• B) Explain the proper procedure to douche
• C) Take the time now to educate the patient about the practice
• D) Document that the patient has misunderstandings about the use of douches

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