What additional information should the nurse provide when reporting a client's status after surgery for a strangulated inguinal hernia?

The correct answer focuses on the importance of assessing and reporting circulatory status in a client who has undergone surgery for a strangulated inguinal hernia. After such surgery, it is crucial to evaluate and ensure that blood flow is adequate to the lower extremities. Reporting that peripheral pulses are present and that there is a full range of motion in both legs signifies that circulation is intact and that the surgery did not compromise vascular supply to the area.

This information is vital because any compromise in blood flow could lead to serious complications. By confirming that the peripheral pulses are present and that there is full mobility, the nurse provides reassurance that the surgery has been successful in restoring normal anatomical function, and it helps in early identification of potential post-operative issues.

In the context of the other options, while each presents important considerations in post-operative care, they do not directly address the immediate concern of circulatory status following surgery for a strangulated hernia. Signs of dehydration, pain management, and potential infection are also crucial but secondary to ensuring that blood circulation remains uncompromised after such a critical procedure.