A Client Is Admitted for Total Hip Replacement Surgery

question 25

Multiple Choice

A client is admitted for total hip replacement surgery.What information is essential for the nurse to collect when planning for this client's discharge?

• A) Number of steps to get into the home
• B) Location of the bathroom in the home
• C) Number of hours the client sleeps per night
• D) Number of steps to walk inside of the home
• E) Individuals available to transport the client for care

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