A female resident needs perineal care after elimination. What is the correct wiping direction?

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From front to back. Perineal care should always be performed from front to back (from the urethra toward the anus) to prevent fecal contamination of the urinary tract and reduce UTI risk. Choice A would introduce bacteria from the anus to the urethra. Choices C and D do not follow the proper directional technique.