The health care provider has prescribed a truss for a client with a femoral hernia. What comment by the client indicates the need for further teaching?
A. "I will inspect the skin under the truss daily."
B. "I will wear a T-shirt under the truss."
C. "I will put the truss on before I get up."
D. "I will put powder on the skin under the truss."
A
The client is instructed to apply the truss before arising. The skin under the truss can become reddened from pressure or moisture and can be prone to breakdown. The client is instructed to inspect the skin under the truss daily and protect it with a light dusting of body powder.
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