A child is being discharged from an ambulatory care center after an inguinal hernia repair. Which discharge interventions should the nurse implement? (Select all that apply.)
a. Discuss dietary restrictions.
b. Hold any analgesic medications until the child is home.
c. Send a pain scale home with the family.
d. Suggest the parents fill the prescriptions on the way home.
e. Discuss complications that may occur.
ANS: A, C, E
The discharge interventions a nurse should implement when a child is being discharged from an ambulatory care center should include dietary restrictions, being very specific and giving examples of "clear fluids" or what is meant by a "full liquid diet." The nurse should give specific information on pain control and send a pain scale home with the family. All complications that may occur after an inguinal hernia repair should be discussed with the parents. The pain medication, as prescribed, should be given before the child leaves the building and prescriptions should be filled and given to the family before discharge.
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