A patient finished urinating. The person cannot clean her genital area. Which action is incorrect?
A) Wear gloves.
B) Wipe the area from the anus to the urethra.
C) Use fresh tissue for each wipe.
D) Provide perineal care if necessary.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Wiping from the anus to the urethra can cause the spread of bacteria from the rectal area to the urinary tract, which can lead to urinary tract infections. The correct technique is to wipe from the front to the back or use a separate wipe for each area.

A Patient Finished Urinating