Before Assisting a Patient with Ambulation 2 Days After a Total

question 2

Multiple Choice

Before assisting a patient with ambulation 2 days after a total hip replacement,which action is most important for the nurse to take?

• A) Observe the status of the incisional drain device.
• B) Administer the ordered oral opioid pain medication.
• C) Instruct the patient about the benefits of ambulation.
• D) Change the hip dressing and document the wound appearance.

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Definitions:

Fibrous Bands

Connective tissue structures composed of collagen that commonly link or support organs, often involved in scarring or adhesions.

Range-of-Joint Movement

The full motion range or flexibility of a joint, from fully bent to fully extended.

Center

In healthcare, it often denotes a focal point or hub for specialized treatment and research.

Interphalangeal

Pertaining to the joints between the phalanges, the bones in the fingers and toes.