The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with a Continuous

question 18

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client with a continuous passive motion (CPM) machine after a total knee arthroplasty. An important safety measure the nurse should add to the plan of care is to

• A) allow the client to use the machine 10-12 hours daily.
• B) keep the head of the bed elevated at least 30 degrees.
• C) position the client supine during CPM machine use.
• D) remove the CPM machine during meals.

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