The Nurse Is Counseling a 70-Year-Old Patient Regarding Vaginal Dryness

question 6

Multiple Choice

The nurse is counseling a 70-year-old patient regarding vaginal dryness. Which statement by the patient would indicate a need for further teaching?

• A) "Vaseline was good enough for my mother. It's good enough for me."
• B) "I use a water-soluble lubricant to aid intercourse."
• C) "I'm trying an estrogen cream to see if it works."
• D) "I'll let you know how wild yams work for vaginal dryness."

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