Mr. Williams returned to the nursing unit following orthopedic surgery and is complaining of pain. Which of the following interventions will help relieve pain?

Mr. Williams returned to the nursing unit following orthopedic surgery and is complaining of pain. Which of the following interventions will help relieve pain?



a) Encourage client to do ROM exercises as indicated.
b) Elevate the affected extremity and use cold applications.
c) Apply antiembolism stockings as indicated.
d) Instruct client to deep breathe and cough every 2 hours until he can ambulate.




Answer: B


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