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A patient has undergone a bipolar hip repair (hemiarthroplasty). Which is the most appropriate instruction?
 
  a. Sit in whatever position is most comfortable
  b. Sit in a firm, straight-backed chair at a 90-degree angle
  c. Avoid crossing the legs
  d. Begin full weight bearing as soon as tolerated

Question 2

The 14-year-old boy who is scheduled for left leg amputation says to the nurse, What in the world am I going to do with only one leg? What is the nurse's most therapeutic response?
 
  a. What are you thinking about right now?
  b. With a prosthesis, you will be as good as new.
  c. It is way too early to be concerned about that now.
  d. When my brother had his leg removed, he did great


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Instructing the patient not to cross the legs is important because crossing the legs can adduct the affected extremity and dislocate the hip.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The patient's concern should be acknowledged and the patient encouraged to express feelings.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Thank you :)


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Reply #3 on: Jul 11, 2018
Happy to help you


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