Author Question: A client recovering from hip replacement surgery is being discharged. What should the nurse advise ... (Read 125 times)

Jipu 123 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A client recovering from hip replacement surgery is being discharged. What should the nurse advise the client to obtain for use in the home?

1. Extra pillows to keep the hip flexed
2. A toilet seat riser
3. A specialty bed
4. A ramp for the wheelchair

Question 2

A client with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is recovering from hip replacement surgery. What postoperative care should the nurse plan for this client?

1. Placing the affected side in a flexed position
2. Providing pillows to maintain adduction
3. Keeping the client in bed for 4 days postoperatively
4. Monitoring for shortening of the affected leg

Sarahjh · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 2

1. The hip is not placed in flexion.
2. A toilet seat riser helps the client to keep from over-flexing the hip.
3. A specialty bed is not necessary, as the client is encouraged to be up and active.
4. A wheelchair is not encouraged, but a cane or walker is encouraged to prevent falls.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 4

1. After hip surgery, flexion of over 90 degrees is prevented.
2. The hip is maintained in abduction, not adduction, which could dislocate the joint.
3. The client is encouraged to begin getting out of bed in 24-48 hours.
4. The nurse should monitor for shortening of the affected leg and report to the physician if found.