A Patient Is Being Discharged 4 Days After Hip Arthroplasty

question 2

Multiple Choice

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

• A)The patient uses crutches with a swing-to gait.
• B)The patient leans over to pull on shoes and socks.
• 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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