The nurse is caring for a patient 1 hour after a diagnostic arthroscopy of the right knee. Which activity would the nurse implement?
a. Strict bedrest
b. No weight-bearing on right leg for 3 days
c. Partial weight-bearing on left leg for 1 week
d. Straight-leg raises
ANS: D
If the patient had a diagnostic arthroscopy and no surgical repair, the nurse encourages the patient to exercise the leg, including straight-leg raises.
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