Author Question: The nurse teaches the parents of an infant who recently was circumcised to observe for bleeding. ... (Read 23 times)

frankwu · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The nurse teaches the parents of an infant who recently was circumcised to observe for bleeding. What should the parents be taught to do if bleeding does occur?

1. Wrap the diaper tightly.
2. Clean with warm water with each diaper change.
3. Apply gentle pressure to the site with gauze.
4. Apply a new petroleum ointment gauze dressing.

Question 2

What are the three functions of cervical mucosa? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

1. Form the relatively fixed axis of the birth passage
2. Provide lubrication for the vaginal canal
3. Provide nourishment and protective maternal antibodies to infants
4. Provide an alkaline environment to shelter deposited sperm from the acidic vaginal secretions
5. Act as a bacteriostatic agent

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

Answer to Question 1

3
Explanation: 3. If bleeding does occur, apply light pressure with a sterile gauze pad to stop the bleeding within a short time. If this is not effective, contact the physician immediately or take the newborn to the healthcare provider.

Answer to Question 2

2, 4, 5
Explanation: 2. The cervical mucosa provides lubrication for the vaginal canal.
4. The cervical mucosa provides an alkaline environment to shelter deposited sperm from the acidic vaginal secretions.
5. The cervical mucosa acts as a bacteriostatic agent.