A client recovering from surgery to repair an abdominal aortic aneurysm develops bruising of the scrotum and penis. What should this finding suggest to the nurse?
1. Accumulation of fluid in the perineum.
2. Altered renal perfusion.
3. Expected postoperative signs and symptoms.
4. Disruption of the graft anastomosis.
Answer: 4
1. This does not indicate accumulation of perineal fluid.
2. This does not indicate altered renal perfusion.
3. This is not expected after this type of surgery.
4. Bruising of the scrotum, perineum, or penis is indicative of a graft leakage, and must be reported immediately.
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