Hip extension is accomplished when a nurse moves a client's leg:

A. Forward and up
B. Back next to the other leg
C. Laterally away from the body
D. Back medially or beyond


B
A, B, C, and D. Hip extension: Move leg back beside other leg (ROM: 90 to 120 degrees).

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