问题
单项选择题
A client calls the physician's office 2 days after a herniorrhaphy to report that his scrotum is swollen and painful. Which of the following instruction by the nurse could promote comfort for the client
A.Apply a snug binder on his abdomen.
B.Have him wear a truss to support the scrotum.
C.Have him lie on his side and place a pillow between his legs.
D.Elevate the scrotum and place ice bags on the area intermittently.
答案
参考答案:C
解析:A swollen, painful scrotum after herniorrhaphy is relatively common. Elevating the scrotum, as on a rolled towel, and intermittently placing ice bags on the area are helpful.