A Patient Is Being Discharged 4 Days After Hip Replacement

question 40

Multiple Choice

A patient is being discharged 4 days after hip replacement surgery using the posterior approach.Which patient action requires immediate intervention by the nurse?

• A) The patient uses crutches with a swing-to gait.
• B) The patient leans over to pull shoes and socks on.
• C) The patient sits straight up on the edge of the bed.
• D) The patient bends over the sink while brushing teeth.

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