A nurse is assisting in the discharge of a patient who had a right hip replacement. Additional teaching is necessary if the patient states:
1. "I will need an extender to pick things up from the floor."
2. "I should keep a wide stance when I walk with my walker."
3. "I will have to bend way over to tie my shoes."
4. "I have to keep this special pillow between my legs when I'm sleeping."
ANS: 3
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