Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 81%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Client postoperative following a total hip arthroplastyA nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who is postoperative following a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
When contributing to the plan of care for a client who is postoperative following a total hip arthroplasty, the nurse should include information on preventing hip flexion of the affected extremity. This can help prevent dislocation of the new hip joint and promote healing.