The nurse is examining a male adolescent with suspected spermatic cord torsion. The nurse would anticipate which of the following as a priority intervention?
1. Medicate for pain with narcotics.
2. Prepare for surgery.
3. Elevate the scrotum.
4. Administer anti-inflammatory medications.
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Rationale 1: Medication for pain with narcotics may be ordered by the healthcare provider. It does not, however, present a higher priority than preparing the client for surgery.
Rationale 2: Torsion of the spermatic cord requires immediate surgical intervention, making this the priority for the nurse in this situation.
Rationale 3: The scrotum may be elevated after the procedure but elevation is not a priority in the preoperative period.
Rationale 4: The administration of anti-inflammatory medications is not indicated for this client.
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