The nurse is teaching a client who is status post nephrectomy how to best prevent trauma. What information would the nurse include?
Explanation & Rationale
A. Motorcycle use is unrestricted: Riding a motorcycle poses a high risk of abdominal trauma. After a nephrectomy, the remaining kidney is more vulnerable, motorcycle use should be avoided to prevent injury. B. Always wear a seat belt: Wearing a seat belt is essential to protect the remaining kidney during motor vehicle travel. Proper restraint reduces the risk of blunt abdominal trauma, which could be life-threatening for a client with a single kidney. C. Horseback riding is safe to continue: Horseback riding carries a significant risk of falls and abdominal injury. Clients with one kidney should avoid activities that increase the likelihood of trauma to the abdomen. D. No limits to participate in contact sports: Contact sports, such as football or hockey, increase the risk of direct blows to the abdomen. After nephrectomy, these activities should be restricted to prevent injury to the remaining kidney.