A Female Patient Asks What Can Be Done to Control

question 8

Multiple Choice

A female patient asks what can be done to control vaginal odor. How should the nurse respond?
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

• A) Wear cotton underwear
• B) Use a mild vaginal deodorant
• C) Schedule douching to occur weekly
• D) Cleanse from front to back when toileting
• E) Use soap and water to cleanse the perineum

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Definitions:

Reinforcement

In behavioral psychology, a process in which a behaviour is strengthened or increased by its consequences, such as rewards or punishments.

Punishment

A consequence applied with the intention of reducing or eliminating an undesired behavior.

Negative Reinforcement

A process in behavioral psychology where the removal of an unfavorable stimulus strengthens a behavior or makes it more likely to occur again in the future.

Punishment

A consequence applied with the aim of reducing the likelihood of a behavior recurring.