Which of the following should the nurse instruct a client who is recovering from a vasectomy? (Select all that apply.)
1. "Use ice packs to control postoperative bleeding."
2. "Wear cotton jockey type briefs for scrotal support."
3. "Use warm sitz baths to aid in comfort."
4. "Recognize the signs and symptoms of postoperative infection."
5. "A vasectomy protects the client from sexually transmitted illnesses."
6. "Ejaculate will be reduced after the procedure."
1, 2, 3, 4
The client recovering from a vasectomy should be instructed to use ice packs to control postoperative bleeding, wear cotton jockey type briefs for scrotal support, use warm sitz baths to aid in comfort, and recognize the signs and symptoms of postoperative infection. A vasectomy does not protect the client from sexually transmitted illnesses. Ejaculate will not be reduced after the procedure.
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