The nurse assesses a need for further instruction when the parent of a 4-year-old post-herniorrhaphy patient says:
a. "I will make sure to keep an absorbent dressing on the wound.".
b. "I will leave the diaper open.".
c. "I will let the baby be as active as he wants to be.".
d. "I will feed the baby his usual supper.".
A
Herniorrhaphy does not require a dressing.
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