Which symptom indicates a need for immediate intervention in a client with a rolling hernia?

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A rolling hernia causes the fundus and portions of the stomach's greater curvature to roll into the thorax next to the esophagus,predisposing the client to volvulus,obstruction,and strangulation.A firm,distended abdomen may indicate a bowel obstruction.This is a serious situation and the provider must be notified immediately.Crackles and diarrhea also warrant intervention,but not as a priority.Reports of reflux would be the lowest-level priority.

Which Symptom Indicates a Need for Immediate Intervention in a Client