Your Patient Is 73 Years Old and Has Just Had

question 2

Multiple Choice

Your patient is 73 years old and has just had a total hip replacement (posterior approach) . He has had difficulty with alertness since coming to the room after surgery yesterday. You need to move him from sitting to standing with the walker for the first time, but you are concerned that he does not remember how to complete the maneuver with his hip precautions. What is one way that you can ensure his understanding?

• A) Ask him to repeat the steps back to you before beginning.
• B) Demonstrate the proper technique several times to make sure he understands.
• C) Show him an illustration of the correct technique before attempting the maneuver.
• D) Wait until the following day to attempt the activity.

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