A client had a spermatocele removed in an outpatient surgical center. Which statement by the client indicates good understanding of discharge instructions?
a. "The heavy drainage will go away within a few days."
b. "I need to buy dressing supplies at the drugstore."
c. "I should report any redness or drainage from the incision."
d. "Because of all the narcotics I'll be taking, I will need laxatives."
C
A spermatocele is removed via a small scrotal incision. Heavy drainage should not occur, nor should extensive dressing supplies be needed. The small incision should not require the use of large doses of narcotics.
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