A patient being discharged after a total hip replacement should be informed of which of the following?
A) Routine activities of daily living (ADLs) should be resumed in 3 weeks.
B) The patient should be in the dependent position for sexual activity.
C) The patient may shovel snow for exercise.
D) Take tub baths for comfort.
Ans: B
Feedback: When resuming sexual activity, the patient should assume a dependent position to avoid excessive adduction and flexion of the hip. Routine ADLs may be resumed in 3 months. Snow shoveling and tub baths should be avoided.
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