A Patient with Type a Hemophilia Has Been Admitted to the Hospital

question 30

Multiple Choice

A patient with type A hemophilia has been admitted to the hospital with severe pain and swelling in his right knee.To prevent joint deformity during the initial care of the patient,what should the nurse do?

• A) Immobilize the knee.
• B) Elevate the right lower limb on pillows.
• C) Perform passive range of motion to the knee.
• D) Have the patient perform isometric exercises of the affected leg against a footboard.

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