A nurse provided discharge teaching to new parents on how to care for their newborn following circumcision. Which of the following statements by the parents indicates the need for further clarification?

Select one:

a. "I should not remove the yellow exudate on the end of the penis."

b. "I will clean his penis with each diaper change."

c. "The circumcision will heal completely within a couple of weeks."

d. "I can give him a tub bath in two days."

d. "I can give him a tub bath in two days."

The newborn should not be immersed in water until the circumcision has healed and the umbilical cord has detached. The circumcision should heal within two weeks.

A nurse is discussing the use of condoms with a female client. Which of the following statements by client represents a need for further teaching?

Select one:

a. "My partner will put the condom on while his penis is erect."

b. "I will remove the condom 30 minutes after intercourse."

c. "My partner should leave an empty space at the tip."

d. "I can use spermicidal gels or creams to increase effectiveness."

b. "I will remove the condom 30 minutes after intercourse."

To avoid any semen spillage onto the vulva or the vaginal area, the condom must be