PERINEAL CARE

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also called the perineum

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perineal area

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region between the thighs, bounded by the scrotum and anus in males and by the opening of the vagina and the anus in females

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perineum

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diamond shaped structure inferior to the pelvic diaphragm and between the symphysis pubis and coccyx.

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female perineum

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During a typical vaginal delivery, this prepares prepares for childbirth by thinning out

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skin of the vagina

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This part of your body is meant to stretch and allow the baby’s head and body to pass through without trauma

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skin of the vagina

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also known as perineal care

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Peri-care

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involves cleaning the private areas of a patient.

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perineal care

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involves washing the external genitalia with soap and water or with water alone or in combination with any commercially prepared peri wash and can be delegated to nursing assistive personnel.

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perineal care

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is prone to infection, hence it must be cleaned at least daily, and more if your loved one suffers from incontinence

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perineum

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keeps the perineal area clean and less likely to break down, It also decreases the risk for urinary tract infections

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Proper perineal care

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is carried out of the patient’s bath or as a separate procedure

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perineal care

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prevent or eliminate infection, odor, and promote healing

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purpose of perineal care

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clean the perineum from

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cleanest to least clean area

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method used to clean perineum

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1-7-7 method

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perineal care help perineum to

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heal faster
feel better
help prevent infection

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perineal care needs to be done for at least

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1-3 weeks after giving birth

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help mother learn how to relax into the natural opening of the vagina during childbirth and how to be accustomed to these sensations

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Perineal Preparation

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gentle, manual stretching of the pelvic floor to prep the muscles and skin between vagina and rectum for birth.

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Perineal Massage

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These are the purposes of perineal massage

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reduce risk of tearing and scarring

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cleanse the vagina with these before spontaneous delivery

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povidone-iodine antiseptic
chlorhexidine solution

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perineal care position

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lithotomy

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clean the vagina first with______and then with ________

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saline solution first then with a antiseptic solution