Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 82%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Client postoperative following right total hip arthroplastyA nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a right total hip arthroplasty. In which of the following positions should the nurse place the client's right leg?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The nurse should place the client's right leg in abduction following a right total hip arthroplasty. Abduction means moving the leg away from the midline of the body. This position helps to prevent hip dislocation by keeping the hip joint in proper alignment.