A nurse is teaching a female client about personal hygiene. Which of the following client actions indicates an understanding of teaching?
Explanation & Rationale
Rationale: A. The client takes a hot bubble bath every day: Frequent hot bubble baths can irritate the skin and mucous membranes, potentially increasing the risk of infections. Daily bathing is acceptable, but water should be warm rather than hot, and bubble baths should be limited. B. The client washes her perineum first when bathing: Proper hygiene involves washing from front to back to prevent transferring bacteria from the rectal area to the urethra or vagina. Washing the perineum first without this technique increases the risk of urinary tract infections. C. The client brushes her teeth twice daily: Brushing teeth twice daily is an appropriate and effective oral hygiene practice. It helps prevent dental plaque, cavities, and gum disease, indicating correct understanding of personal hygiene. D. The client wipes back to front when toileting: Wiping back to front can transfer fecal bacteria to the urethra and genital area, increasing the risk of urinary tract infections. The correct technique is front to back.