Posted: August 17th, 2017

In order to avoid hip dislocation after replacement surgery, the nurse teaches the patient which of the following guidelines?

In order to avoid hip dislocation after replacement surgery, the nurse teaches the patient which of the following guidelines?
a) Never cross the affected leg when seated.
Crossing the affected leg may result in dislocation of the hip joint after total hip replacement.
b) Keep the knees together at all times.
The patient should be taught to keep the knees apart at all times.
c) Avoid placing a pillow between the legs when sleeping.
The patient should be taught to put a pillow between the legs when sleeping.
d) Bend forward only when seated in a chair.
The patient should be taught to avoid bending forward when seated in a chair.