After Teaching a Client Who Has a Femoral Hernia,the Nurse

question 21

Multiple Choice

After teaching a client who has a femoral hernia,the nurse assesses the client's understanding.Which statement indicates the client needs additional teaching related to the proper use of a truss?

• A) "I will put on the truss before I go to bed each night."
• B) "I'll put some powder under the truss to avoid skin irritation."
• C) "The truss will help my hernia because I can't have surgery."
• D) "If I have abdominal pain, I'll let my health care provider know right away."

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