A Client Recovering from Knee Surgery Is Being Prepared to Ambulate

question 35

Multiple Choice

A client recovering from knee surgery is being prepared to ambulate for the first time.Prior to getting the client up,what should the nurse do?

• A) Ask the client about readiness to walk.
• B) Call for a wheelchair to start the process.
• C) Conduct a breathing assessment.
• D) Evaluate the client's level of pain.

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Definitions:

Cultural Variations

Differences in the behaviors, traditions, and practices among various cultural groups.

Provincialism

A narrow-mindedness or limited outlook that arises from paying attention only to what is local or immediate, often at the expense of broader perspectives.

Values Perspective

An outlook or approach emphasizing the importance of moral principles and ethical standards in decision-making.

Western Culture

A set of knowledge, behaviors, customs, and values predominant in countries in the Western hemisphere, historically influenced by European traditions.