Question

A nurse is reinforcing discharge instructions to the mother of a 2-year-old child who has had an orchiopexy to correct cryptorchidism. Which of the following statements, if made by the mother of the child, indicates that further teaching is necessary?

1. "I'll check his temperature."
2. "I'll give him medication so he'll be comfortable."
3. "I'll check his voiding to be sure there's no problem."
4. "I'll let him decide when to return to his play activities."
4. "I'll let him decide when to return to his play activities."

Answer 1

If the mother says, "I'll let him decide when to return to his play activities," further teaching is necessary.

Step-by-step explanation:

If the mother of the child says, "I'll let him decide when to return to his play activities," it indicates that further teaching is necessary. After a child undergoes an orchiopexy to correct cryptorchidism, the child needs to take adequate rest and avoid strenuous activities for a certain period as advised by the healthcare provider. The decision about when to return to play activities should be made based on medical guidance, not the child's preference.