Following Hip Replacement Surgery, the Person Returns with an Abductor

question 3

Multiple Choice

Following hip replacement surgery, the person returns with an abductor pillow splint in place. What does this mean? The splint:

• A)is only needed when the person rolls onto their side.
• B)is used for the first day after surgery.
• C)will stay on except when bathing.
• D)is taken off while the person sleeps.