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ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 Questions Correct Answers Questions
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A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who is postoperative following a total hip arthroplasty. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Use a raised toilet seat to maintain your hips above your knees. This is important post-total hip arthroplasty to prevent hip dislocation. By keeping the hips above the knees, it reduces stress on the hip joint.
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A: Twisting at the waist can strain the hip joint post-surgery.
C: Applying heat can increase inflammation and risk of infection.
D: Moving the stronger leg first can lead to uneven weight distribution, increasing the risk of falls.
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