A nurse is planning care for a male client who is postoperative following a hernia repair. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan?

Rationale: A. Place a warm pack on the incisional area: Applying a warm pack immediately postoperatively can increase blood flow and risk bleeding or swelling at the surgical site. Cold packs are generally preferred in the immediate postoperative period to reduce inflammation. B. Restrict fluids to 1,200 mL per day: Fluid restriction is not indicated after hernia repair unless the client has a comorbid condition like heart or renal failure. Adequate hydration supports healing and normal bowel and urinary function. C. Elevate the client's scrotum on a pillow: Elevating the scrotum helps reduce swelling and discomfort after hernia repair, especially if the inguinal area is involved. This intervention promotes venous return and prevents complications like hematoma formation. D. Encourage the client to sit to void: Sitting to void is not routinely necessary after hernia repair unless the client has mobility issues. There’s no specific benefit to this position in a typical male postoperative client.