An appropriate nursing intervention to immediately implement postoperatively for a patient who has had a surgical release of the transverse carpal ligament would be:
A) Neurovascular assessment of the hand every 3 hours
B) Heat applied to the surgical site to reduce pain
C) Active extension and flexion of the patient's wrist
D) Assistance with required ADLs as needed
Ans: D
Feedback: The patient needs help with ADLs because one hand will be bandaged, and independent self-care is inhibited. Neurovascular assessment is done every hour for the first 24 hours after surgery. Intermittent ice packs may be applied to help control pain and swelling. Extension and flexion on the patient's fingers is encouraged.
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