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VATI ATI Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a knee arthroscopy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Elevate the affected leg. Elevation helps reduce swelling and promote circulation, aiding in the healing process post-knee arthroscopy. It also helps prevent complications like deep vein thrombosis. Applying a warm compress (choice
A) can increase swelling and should be avoided. Encouraging weight-bearing (choice
C) can strain the surgical site. Keeping the leg in a dependent position (choice
D) also increases swelling and slows down healing.
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