Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 94%
Simulated
A 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
Abduction (moving the leg away from the midline) prevents hip dislocation by maintaining proper joint alignment post-arthroplasty. Internal rotation, adduction, and external rotation increase dislocation risk.