A Patient Who Is Weak but Motivated After Surgery Is

question 14

Multiple Choice

A patient who is weak but motivated after surgery is going to ambulate for the first time.Which nursing intervention is most likely to facilitate patient safety?

• A) Ask the patient if this weakness has occurred before.
• B) Obtain a full set of vital signs after ambulating the patient.
• C) Encourage the patient to hold onto a staff member in the hall.
• D) Assess the patient for any potential cause of weakness or dizziness before ambulating.Assist patient in changing positions slowly.