On Finding an Inguinal Hernia in a Child, the Nurse

On finding an inguinal hernia in a child, the nurse in the pediatric clinic will teach the mother that until the child has surgery for the hernia, the mother should do which of the following if the child has pain and intense inconsolable irritability, with or without vomiting and abdominal distension?

A) Make an appointment with the physician as soon as possible.
B) Apply ice to the groin area for 30 minutes on and 30 minutes off for 8 hours.
C) Contact the physician immediately, or take the child to the emergency room.
D) Keep the child on bed rest to see if the symptoms subside.