Several Precautions Exist for People Who Have a Total Hip

question 20

Multiple Choice

Several precautions exist for people who have a total hip arthroplasty.Which instruction should you AVOID giving to a patient after this surgery?

• A) Do not flex the hip beyond 90 degrees.
• B) Do not cross the affected leg beyond midline.
• C) Do sit in a low,soft chair for comfort.
• D) Do not bend over to pick something up off the floor.

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