pt 1

Question 1

A _ _ is a bath in which a person sits in water up to the hips to relieve discomfort and pain in the lower body.

Answer 1

sitz bath

Question 2

_ is the widening of blood vessels due to relaxation of smooth muscle cells, increasing blood flow.

Answer 2

Vasodilation

Question 3

_ exposure is the application of dry heat to the perineal area using a perineal lamp to promote healing and circulation

Answer 3

Perilight

Question 4

_ is a surgical incision made in the perineum to enlarge the vaginal opening during childbirth.

Answer 4

Episiotomy

Question 5

_ is the surgical repair of the perineum, often after childbirth or injury.

Answer 5

Perineorrhaphy

Question 6

_ is the transfer of heat through direct contact between objects.

Answer 6

Conduction

Question 7

_ is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids or gases, such as air or water.

Answer 7

Convection

Question 8

_ is the transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves without direct contact.

Answer 8

Radiation

Question 9

_ is the insertion of a catheter into the urinary bladder to drain urine.

Answer 9

Urinary catheterization

Question 10

_ catheterization is a temporary method of draining urine from the bladder using a catheter that is inserted and then removed after use.

Answer 10

Straight

Question 11

A patient who recently underwent rectal surgery complains of pain and discomfort. What non-pharmacologic intervention can the nurse suggest?

Answer 11

sitz bath

Question 12

A postpartum patient is experiencing perineal swelling and discomfort. What nursing intervention can help relieve her symptoms?

Answer 12

warm sitz bath

Question 13

A nurse is preparing a sitz bath for a patient with hemorrhoids. What temperature range should the water be?

Answer 13

110-115°F (43-46°C).

Question 14

A patient receiving perilight exposure asks about its benefits. How should the nurse respond?

Answer 14

Perilight exposure promotes circulation, speeds wound healing, and provides comfort

Question 15

What is the primary purpose of a sitz bath?

Answer 15

To relieve discomfort and pain in the lower body

Question 16

The normal temperature for a sitz bath should be

Answer 16

110-115°F (43-46°C)

Question 17

What is the correct duration of a sitz bath?

Answer 17

15-30 minutes

Question 18

What heat transfer process occurs through direct contact between objects?

Answer 18

Conduction

Question 19

A nurse is performing a urinary catheterization. What is the correct length of catheter for an adult female?

Answer 19

22 cm

Question 20

After inserting a urinary catheter, the nurse should:

Answer 20

Inflate the balloon after confirming urine return

Question 21

When is cold application preferred over heat application?

Answer 21

Within the first 24 hours of an injury

Question 22

T OR F
Moist heat is more effective than dry heat.

Answer 22

true

Question 23

T OR F
Heat application reduces blood viscosity.

Answer 23

true

Question 24

T OR F
Sitz baths are contraindicated during pregnancy.

Answer 24

true

Question 25

T OR F A sitz bath should last for at least 45 minutes.

Answer 25

false

Question 26

T OR F Cold applications should be used after the first 48 hours of an injury.

Answer 26

false