ATI RN
ATI Medsurg Proctored Final Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is completing discharge teaching with a client following arthroscopic knee surgery. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Apply ice to the affected area. Ice application helps reduce swelling and pain post-surgery. Keeping the knee elevated above the heart (
A) is important, but not at all times as it can lead to other issues like blood pooling. Avoiding physical therapy for 2 weeks (
B) is incorrect as early mobilization is crucial for recovery. Limiting fluid intake (
D) is not recommended as hydration is essential for healing.
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