Author Question: The nurse is teaching a client who has been diagnosed with vulvitis. Which statement by the client ... (Read 26 times)

809779 · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The nurse is teaching a client who has been diagnosed with vulvitis. Which statement by the client indicates that the nurse's instruction has not been effective?

1. I should stop having sexual intercourse.
2. Non-deodorized tampons could make this condition recur.
3. Wearing pantyhose daily will improve the problem.
4. A different brand of soap might eliminate the irritation.

Question 2

A 26-year-old client is 28 weeks pregnant. She has developed gestational diabetes. She is following a program of regular exercise, which includes walking, bicycling, and swimming.

What instructions should be included in a teaching plan for this client? 1. Exercise either just before meals or wait until 2 hours after a meal.
2. Carry hard candy (or other simple sugar) when exercising.
3. If your blood sugar is 120 mg/dL, eat 20 g of carbohydrate.
4. If your blood sugar is more than 120 mg/dL, drink a glass of whole milk.

Carissamariew · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Explanation: 3. Vulvitis is inflammation of the vulva. Tight clothing, especially if made of synthetic fibers, can predispose women to the condition. Pantyhose should not be worn.

Answer to Question 2

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Explanation: 2. The nurse should advise her to carry a simple sugar such as hard candy because of the possibility of exercise-induced hypoglycemia.