An Appropriate Nursing Intervention for the Patient with a Hydrocele

question 27

Multiple Choice

An appropriate nursing intervention for the patient with a hydrocele is to

• A) apply a heating pad.
• B) apply ice packs.
• C) apply analgesic spray.
• D) limit fluid intake.

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Definitions:

Contraindications

Specific situations or conditions where a particular drug, treatment, or procedure should not be used because it may be harmful to the person.

Constipation

A condition marked by infrequent bowel movements or difficulty passing stool, often resulting in discomfort.

Narcotic Pain Medication

Drugs derived from opium or synthetic opiates, used primarily to reduce or alleviate pain.

Bowel Movement

The process of excreting waste from the digestive tract through the rectum and anus, an essential function for digestive health.