When caring for a client with pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), ...

[soccerdreamer_17]

When caring for a client with pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), nursing interventions should include:
 
  1. ambulating the client frequently.
  2. having the client take sitz baths b.i.d.
  3. instructing the client to use tampons.
  4. keeping the client on bed rest in a semi-Fowler's position.

Question 2

A client with ongoing metrorrhagia asks the nurse what she should do about the problem. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
 
  1. It might help to cut back on your physical exercise.
  2. When was the last time you had a pelvic examination?
  3. If it is a small amount of bleeding, you should not worry.
  4. Wearing a tampon and a perineal pad will help with absorption of the drainage.

[rleezy04]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 4

1. Rest is part of the treatment.
2. Sitz baths would not be helpful.
3. Tampons would interfere with flow of drainage.
4. PID can have severe life-threatening complications. Semi-Fowler's position promotes drainage and localizes infection to the pelvic cavity.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 2

1. Metrorrhagia is not associated with physical exercise.
2. Metrorrhagia can be a sign of cervical or uterine cancer, and should be evaluated promptly.
3. Metrorrhagia can be a sign of cervical or uterine cancer, and should be evaluated promptly.
4. Metrorrhagia can be a sign of cervical or uterine cancer, and should be evaluated promptly.