Hernia Post-operative Care and Recovery 2

Question 1

Urinary retention after inguinal hernia repair is most commonly associated with which mechanism?

Accepted Answer

Nerve irritation and reflex bladder sphincter spasm

Answer

Excessive fluid administration during surgery

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Kidney damage from anesthesia

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Dehydration from pre-operative NPO status

Question 2

Which finding best indicates that a hernia repair incision is healing normally?

Accepted Answer

Slight pinkness along incision edges with no discharge

Answer

Complete absence of pain within 24 hours

Answer

Formation of a thick, dark scab covering the wound

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Complete disappearance of all swelling within 48 hours

Question 3

Swelling and bruising extending into the scrotum after inguinal hernia repair most likely represents:

Accepted Answer

Normal gravity-dependent ecchymosis from the surgical site

Answer

Mesh rejection

Answer

Testicular torsion

Answer

Immediate hernia recurrence

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of wearing a scrotal support (jockstrap) after inguinal hernia repair?

Accepted Answer

To reduce swelling and provide comfort

Answer

To prevent hernia recurrence

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To hold the mesh in correct anatomical position

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To prevent post-operative urinary retention

Question 5

When is it generally appropriate to resume sexual activity after uncomplicated inguinal hernia repair?

Accepted Answer

After 2-4 weeks

Answer

After 48 hours

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After 1 week

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After 6 months

Question 6

Which of the following post-operative symptoms requires immediate medical attention after hernia repair?

Accepted Answer

Sudden high fever with worsening abdominal pain

Answer

Mild incision pain managed with acetaminophen

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Slight fatigue during the first week

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Small amount of clear drainage from the incision in the first 24 hours

Question 7

What is the most effective recommended approach for preventing constipation after hernia surgery?

Accepted Answer

Adequate hydration, high-fiber diet, and early ambulation

Answer

Take stimulant laxatives daily for 6 weeks

Answer

Avoid solid food for the first week

Answer

Use daily enemas until normal bowel function fully returns