In vaginal meds, what is the step after inserting the applicator?

In vaginal meds, what is the step after inserting the applicator?

• A. Retract labia w/ one hand
• B. Remove wrapper
• C. Wipe excess with tissues
• D. Dispose according to policy

Answer: (C)

After inserting the applicator for vaginal meds, wipe away any excess medication with tissues. This step keeps the area clean and helps prevent leakage or staining from medication that may spill at the vaginal opening, ensuring as much of the dose as possible stays where it’s intended. The labia may be retracted before insertion to access the opening, removing the wrapper is a prep step, and disposal of the applicator or materials is done after the procedure, so those steps aren’t the immediate next move after insertion.

After inserting the applicator for vaginal meds, wipe away any excess medication with tissues. This step keeps the area clean and helps prevent leakage or staining from medication that may spill at the vaginal opening, ensuring as much of the dose as possible stays where it’s intended. The labia may be retracted before insertion to access the opening, removing the wrapper is a prep step, and disposal of the applicator or materials is done after the procedure, so those steps aren’t the immediate next move after insertion.