Patient CareQuestion 11 of 100
When performing perineal care on a female patient, in which direction should the technician cleanse?
a.From front to back, away from the urethra
b.From back to front, toward the urethra
c.In a circular scrubbing motion
d.From side to side repeatedly with the same cloth
Explanation
Perineal care on a female patient is performed front to back, moving away from the urethra toward the rectum. This prevents transferring bacteria from the anal area to the urethra, reducing the risk of urinary tract infection. A clean section of the washcloth is used with each stroke.
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