Perineal Care + Shaving

Question 1

refers to the cleansing of the external genitalia, perineum, and
surrounding area

Answer 1

PERINEAL-GENITAL CARE

Question 2

PURPOSES OF PERINEAL-GENITAL CARE

Answer 2

➢to remove normal perineal secretions and odors
➢to promote client’s comfort
➢to promote healing
➢to prevent infection

Question 3

Wash and ___ the perineal area and
buttocks

Answer 3

DRY

Question 4

Clean the labia majora from _____ to ____ using separate _______ of the washcloth for each stroke

Answer 4

FRONT TO BACK

QUARTERS

Question 5

For menstruating women and clients with indwelling catheters, use_____ _____ instead of washcloths. Use a clean wipe for each stroke.

Answer 5

Clean Wipes

Question 6

Pay particular attention to the anal canal. Clean the
anus with______ _____ before washing it

Answer 6

Toilet Paper

Question 7

If the client is uncircumcised, _______ the ______ (foreskin) to expose the glans penis

Answer 7

retract the prepuce

Question 8

Clean the tip of the penis at the _______ ______ in a circular motion

Answer 8

urethral Meatus

Question 9

Inspect perineal orifices for….

Answer 9

Intactness

Question 9

refers to the removal of hair from the skin
surface

Answer 9

Shaving

Question 10

is a procedure performed before birth in
order to lessen the risk of infection if there is
a spontaneous perineal tear or if an
episiotomy is performed

Answer 10

Perineal Shaving

Question 10

To lessen the risk of infection

Answer 10

Perineal Shaving

Question 10

Don gloves then position the client in a ____ _____ position with _______ _____ and _______ well apart

Answer 10

Back Lying with Knees flexed and spread

Question 11

Cover the client’s body & legs with the ____ _______

Answer 11

Bath Blanket

Question 12

Assess the pubic area for:

Answer 12

Redness
Bruises
Broken Skin

Question 13

Place the client on a bedpan & pour ________ ______ or warm water to the pubic area.

Answer 13

Antiseptic Cleanser

Question 14

Hold the razor so that the blade is at a __
angle to the skin

Answer 14

45 degree

Question 15

Starting on one side, shave in the direction of
the hair using short, firm strokes about ___cm
_ inch) long.

Answer 15

2.5

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