Author Question: The nurse is preparing to perform perineal care on an uncircumcised adult male client who was ... (Read 105 times)

jjjetplane · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The nurse is preparing to perform perineal care on an uncircumcised adult male client who was incontinent of stool. The client's entire perineal area is heavily soiled. Which of the following techniques for cleaning the penis is correct?

A) Retract the foreskin while washing the penis; then, immediately pull the foreskin back into place.
B) Retract the foreskin while washing the penis, allow 10 to 15 minutes for the glans penis to dry; then, replace the foreskin in its original position.
C) Avoid retraction of the foreskin because injury and scarring could occur.
D) Soak the end of the penis in warm water before cleaning the shaft of the penis.

Question 2

What care should the nurse take when providing foot care for a client with peripheral vascular disease? Select all that apply.

A) Use an emery board to file toe nail edges
B) Cut the toenails short
C) Cut the nail in one piece
D) Avoid cutting into calluses
E) Cut the nails straight across

jamesnevil303 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
Failing to pull the foreskin back into place may cause tissue damage to the penis.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, D, E
The nurse caring for the client with peripheral vascular disease should use an emery board to file nail edges. These clients may have thick distorted nails that may be difficult to cut, but can be safely filed. The nurse should avoid cutting the nails too short or cutting into calluses to prevent trauma. The nurse should cut the nails straight across if possible, and cut in a few small pieces rather than one piece to prevent injury or skin breakdown.