A patient has had surgery to repair a fractured hip. What intervention is important for the nurse to perform when turning the client from side to side?
A) Place abductor pillows between the legs.
B) Place pillows between the legs.
C) Have the client pull on the side rails when turning.
D) Place a pillow under the hips.
A
Feedback:
The nurse places abductor pillows between the client's legs when turning the client from side to side to avoid dislocating the hip. Pillows do not give the support required to avoid a dislocation. The client should use a trapeze bar and not the side rails to assist with turning. A pillow should not be placed under the hips for turning.
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