An elderly client with cellulitis of the upper left leg has been in the hospital for 10 days receiving IV antibiotics. The infection is resolving and the nurse anticipates which of the following orders for this client?
1. Oral antibiotics to be continued at home
2. Home health care aide for the client
3. Low sodium diet prescribed
4. Orders for evaluation by physical therapy
4. Orders for evaluation by physical therapy
Rationale:
Disuse syndrome can occur very quickly, especially in the older client whose muscles are diminishing. The nurse would expect the physician to have a physical therapist assess the client to maximize and rehabilitate the unused muscles. If the infection is resolving, there is no need for oral antibiotics at home. The client may or may not need a home health aide. A low sodium diet does not affect returning strength of the muscles.
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