To reduce the chance of external hip rotation in a client on prolonged bed rest, the nurse should implement the use of a:
1. Footboard
2. Trochanter roll
3. Trapeze bar
4. Bed board
ANS: 2
A trochanter roll prevents external rotation of the hips when the client is in a supine position. The footboard prevents footdrop by maintaining the feet in dorsiflexion. The trapeze bar allows the client to pull with the upper extremities to raise the trunk off the bed, to assist in transfer from bed to wheelchair, or to perform upper arm exercises. A bed board is used to increase back sup-port and alignment, especially with a soft mattress.
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