A Patient with Type a Hemophilia Has Been Admitted to the Hospital

question 11

Multiple Choice

A patient with type A hemophilia has been admitted to the hospital with severe pain and swelling in the right knee. During the initial care of the patient, the nurse should

• A) immobilize the knee.
• B) apply heat to the joint.
• C) assist the patient with light weight bearing.
• D) perform passive range of motion to the knee.

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