the nurse is planning care for a post operative client after a total hip arthroplasty what is the priority nursing intervention
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Multi Dimensional Care | Exam | Rasmusson

1. The nurse is planning care for a post-operative client after a total hip arthroplasty. What is the priority nursing intervention?

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

2. On inspection, which client does the nurse suspect of having a visual impairment?

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Tilting the head may indicate a visual impairment as the client attempts to compensate for vision loss.

3. A client states that he has been experiencing oozing from his wounds. What is the nurse's priority action?

Correct answer: D

Rationale:

4. A client has sustained an open fracture. How can the nurse best prevent osteomyelitis in this client?

Correct answer: B

Rationale:

5. A client sustains an injury to his heel while the unlicensed assistive personnel and the nurse are moving him up in bed. What force caused the injury?

Correct answer: A

Rationale:

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