The primary care provider is able to reduce an infant's hernia and schedules the infant for a herniorrhaphy in 2 days. The mother asks the nurse why the surgery is not performed now. Which of the...

The primary care provider is able to reduce an infant's hernia and schedules the infant for a herniorrhaphy in 2 days. The mother asks the nurse why the surgery is not performed now. Which of the following responses indicates that the nurse understands the rationale for delaying the surgery?

1. “Delaying the surgery ensures that your infant will receive the proper preoperative preparation.”

2. “We need to make sure that your infant receives nothing by mouth for at least 24 hours before the surgery.”

3. “Waiting these 2 days helps to allow any edema and inflammation in the area to subside.”

4. “Your infant needs to wear a truss for at least 24 hours before any surgery can be attempted.”