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A nurse is providing education to a client about hernias. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching about hernias?
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A client with a hernia asks the nurse about the potential risk factors for developing this condition. Which of the following risk factors should the nurse include in the client's education?
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A client with an inguinal hernia reports experiencing a painful bulge in the groin area that becomes more prominent when coughing or lifting heavy objects. Which of the following types of hernias is the client likely experiencing?
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A nurse is assessing a client with a possible hernia. Which of the following signs or symptoms should the nurse be particularly concerned about and report to the healthcare provider?
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A client has been diagnosed with a hiatal hernia and is experiencing frequent heartburn and regurgitation of stomach acid. Which of the following interventions should the nurse recommend to the client to alleviate these symptoms?
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A nurse is providing education to a client about different types of hernias. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further clarification about umbilical hernias?
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A client has been diagnosed with an incisional hernia and asks the nurse about the possible causes of this type of hernia. Which of the following explanations should the nurse provide to the client?
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A nurse is caring for a client with an incarcerated hernia. Which of the following signs or symptoms should the nurse monitor for and report to the healthcare provider immediately?
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A client has been diagnosed with a femoral hernia and asks the nurse about the potential risk factors for developing this type of hernia. Which of the following risk factors should the nurse include in the client's education?
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Question 10:
A nurse is performing an assessment on a client with a suspected hiatal hernia. Which of the following maneuvers should the nurse use to assess for this type of hernia?
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Question 11:
A client asks the nurse about the risk factors for developing hernias. Which of the following factors should the nurse include in the client's education?
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Question 12:
A nurse is providing education to a client about the risk factors for inguinal hernias. Which of the following factors should the nurse include as a significant risk factor for developing this type of hernia?
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A client asks the nurse about the potential risk factors for developing femoral hernias. Which of the following factors should the nurse include in the client's education?
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A nurse is caring for a client with a suspected incisional hernia. Which of the following factors should the nurse consider as a potential cause of this type of hernia?
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A client asks the nurse about the relationship between age and the development of hernias. Which of the following responses by the nurse is accurate?
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A nurse is assessing a client with a suspected inguinal hernia. Which of the following symptoms should the nurse expect to find during the assessment?
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A client visits the clinic and complains of a bulge or lump in the abdominal area that disappears when lying down. The nurse suspects which type of hernia based on the client's description?
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Question 18:
A nurse is caring for a client with a hiatal hernia. Which of the following symptoms should the nurse expect the client to experience?
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Question 19:
A client comes to the emergency department with severe pain and tenderness in the groin area. The nurse suspects an incarcerated hernia. Which of the following assessments should the nurse prioritize?
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Question 20:
A client with a ventral hernia asks the nurse about the potential complications of this type of hernia. Which of the following complications should the nurse include in the client's education?
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Question 21:
A client with suspected hernia asks the nurse about the diagnostic tests that may be done to confirm the diagnosis. Which of the following responses by the nurse is accurate?
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Question 22:
A nurse is caring for a client with a suspected inguinal hernia. The client asks about the potential need for additional diagnostic tests. Which of the following responses by the nurse is accurate?
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Question 23:
A nurse is assisting a healthcare provider in performing a physical examination of a client with a suspected umbilical hernia. Which of the following assessment techniques is specifically used to assess for this type of hernia?
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Question 24:
A nurse is caring for a client with a suspected incisional hernia. The nurse is preparing the client for an imaging study to confirm the diagnosis. Which of the following imaging studies is most commonly used for assessing incisional hernias?
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A client with a suspected hernia is being prepared for an ultrasound examination. The client asks the nurse about the purpose of this test. Which of the following responses by the nurse is accurate?
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Question 26:
A nurse is providing education to a client who has been diagnosed with a small reducible hernia. The client asks about the management options for this condition. Which of the following responses by the nurse is accurate?
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Question 27:
A client with an incarcerated hernia is scheduled for surgical repair. The client asks the nurse about the recovery period and potential restrictions after the surgery. Which of the following responses by the nurse is accurate?
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Question 28:
A client with a femoral hernia is considering surgical repair. The client expresses concerns about potential complications of the procedure. Which of the following complications should the nurse discuss with the client?
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Question 29:
A client with a ventral hernia is scheduled for elective surgical repair. The client is concerned about postoperative pain management. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the client's preoperative education?
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Question 30:
A nurse is caring for a client who had a laparoscopic hernia repair. The client is concerned about the appearance of small incisions on the abdomen. Which of the following responses by the nurse is accurate?
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Question 31:
A nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client who underwent hernia repair surgery. The client asks about the signs of wound infection and when to seek medical attention. Which of the following responses by the nurse is accurate?
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Question 32:
A client is recovering from hernia repair surgery and is experiencing constipation due to postoperative pain medications. The nurse advises the client to increase fiber intake and stay hydrated. Which of the following additional measures should the nurse recommend?
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Question 33:
A client with an inguinal hernia is scheduled for surgical repair. The client asks the nurse about postoperative pain management. Which of the following statements by the nurse is accurate?
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Question 34:
A client with an umbilical hernia is concerned about the potential for hernia recurrence after surgical repair. Which of the following factors should the nurse include in the discussion with the client regarding hernia recurrence?
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Question 35:
A client is undergoing preoperative education before hernia repair surgery. The client asks the nurse about the risk of complications during and after the procedure. Which of the following responses by the nurse is accurate?
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