Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 91%
Simulated
The nurse is caring for a client on the orthopedic unit who had a total knee replacement on the left side. The nurse knows the client will be ready for discharge when she is able to do which of the following activities?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Ambulating 100 feet with assistive devices indicates sufficient mobility and strength for safe discharge. Stair climbing and full knee flexion are typically longer-term goals, and fixing a snack is unrelated to surgical recovery.