The nurse is preparing discharge instructions for a pregnant patient experiencing preterm rupture of membranes. What should the nurse include in this teaching? (Select all that apply.)

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The patient with premature rupture of membranes is at risk for developing an infection. The nurse should instruct the patient to avoid douching and measure oral temperature twice a day. Coitus and tub baths should be avoided because these could introduce an infection into the uterus. A malodorous vaginal discharge could indicate infection and should be reported to the health care provider.

The Nurse Is Preparing Discharge Instructions for a Pregnant Patient