Mrs. Long was recently admitted to your facility after discharge from the hospital for hip replacement surgery. The nurse advises you that Mrs. Long is on hip precautions. You know this means Mrs. Long should avoid all of the following EXCEPT:
A. crossing her affected leg over the other leg.
B. flexing her legs past 90°.
C. sitting for long periods of time.
D. flexing both legs past 45°.
Answer: D
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