A woman gave birth vaginally to a 9-pound,12-ounce girl yesterday.Her primary health care provider has written orders for perineal ice packs,use of a sitz bath three times daily,and a stool softener.Which information regarding the client's condition is most closely correlated with these orders?

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The orders for perineal ice packs, sitz bath, and stool softener suggest that the woman has a perineal tear or an episiotomy. These orders aim to relieve discomfort and promote healing in the perineal area, which is a common site of injury during vaginal birth. The other options do not necessarily indicate the need for these specific postpartum interventions.

A Woman Gave Birth Vaginally to a 9-Pound,12-Ounce Girl Yesterday