A Client Has Recently Undergone Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery

question 10

Multiple Choice

A client has recently undergone coronary artery bypass graft surgery and has precautions due to a sternotomy. Which of the following should the OTA be monitoring during treatment sessions?

• A) Always move the arms one at a time when reaching.
• B) Do not lift anything heavier than 15 pounds.
• C) Hold a pillow tightly against chest during transitions.
• D) Avoid shoulder flexion beyond 90 degrees.

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