Question:
A client has had a total hip replacement. Which of the following signs most likely indicates that the hip has dislocated?
1. Abduction of the affected leg.
2. Loosening of the prosthesis.
3. External rotation of the affected leg.
4. Shortening of the affected leg.
A client has had a total hip replacement. Which of the following signs most likely indicates that the hip has dislocated?
1. Abduction of the affected leg.
2. Loosening of the prosthesis.
3. External rotation of the affected leg.
4. Shortening of the affected leg.