A patient has undergone a bipolar hip repair (hemiarthroplasty). She should be instructed to
a. sit in whatever position is most comfortable.
b. sit in a firm, straight-backed chair at a 90-degree angle.
c. avoid crossing her legs.
d. begin full weight-bearing as soon as tolerated.
C
Instructing the patient not to cross the legs is important because crossing the legs can adduct the affected extremity and dislocate the hip.
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