Question

A nurse is caring for a client following arthroscopic knee surgery. To prevent postoperative complications, the nurse should have the client do which of the following?

A. Remain on bed rest for the first 24 hr
B. keep the leg in a dependent position
C. apply ice to the affected area
D. begin active range of motion

Answer 1

B: Keep the leg in a dependent position

Step-by-step explanation:

Keeping the leg in a dependent position will reduce swelling and help to prevent postoperative complications.