In the immediate postoperative period, what activity is permitted for the client who had a radical inguinal orchiectomy?
a. ambulation within 8 hours
b. bed rest for 12 to 24 hours
c. sitting up at the bedside within 6 hours
d. wearing an athletic supporter before ambulating for the first time
B
Immediate postoperative care following a radical inguinal orchiectomy includes bed rest for 12 to 24 hours to decrease stress on the surgical area.
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