To prevent the most common complication associated with a hip fracture, the nurse will instruct the patient to:
A) Take the prescribed stool softener daily
B) Use the prescribed oxygen with ambulation
C) Increase fluid intake
D) Avoid movement of the feet and ankles
Ans: C
Feedback: Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is the most common complication related to a hip fracture. To prevent DVT, the nurse encourages intake of fluids and ankle and foot exercises. While respiratory complications commonly include atelectasis and pneumonia, the use of deep-breathing exercises, changes in position at least every 2 hours, and the use of incentive spirometry helps prevent them. Constipation may also occur after a hip fracture but is not the most common complication.
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