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

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2. What nursing interventions increase the risk the pressure injuries?

Correct answer: B

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3. By providing measures to reduce skin breakdown, how does the nurse break the chain of infection?

Correct answer: B

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4. A client is in skeletal traction. With the nurse's assessment, it is noted that the pairs appear red, swollen and there is purulent drainage. What action does the nurse take first?

Correct answer: A

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5. A wound has a blood-tinged liquid that is dripping from the surgical site. How does the nurse document this finding?

Correct answer: C

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