These are series of information given by the midwife to assist the pregnant client/woman gain knowledge and coping strategies in the management of mild, odourless and clear vaginal discharge.
Aims
· Provide knowledge on characteristics of the normal vaginal discharge
· Provide knowledge on keeping underwear clean
· Enhance knowledge on personal hygiene
· Prevent infection to the mother and foetus
Types
· Individual education
· Group education
Steps
1. Establish rapport (refer steps)
2. Provide privacy and ensure client assume desired position
3. Explain to client the need to attend antenatal clinic and procedures involved
4. Explain to client it is a normal occurrence in pregnancy
5. Teach client to clean vulva from front to back
6. Encourage client to use warm saline water to wash the vulva
7. Advice client o wear loose cotton underwear
8. Encourage client to iron or dry washed underwear under the sun
9. Encourage client to wear panty liner/perineal pad when discharge is excessive
10. Advice client to avoid douching
11. Advice client to report to the clinic in case the discharge becomes colored, itchy or offensive
12. Encourage client to ask questions and give appropriate answers
13. Emphasize the need for client to adhere to information given
14. Express appreciation of client for her cooperation
15. Record and report all information in the Maternal and Child Health Book (Manual or Electronic)
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