Concepts of Rehabilitation for Chronic and Disabling Health Problems

Concepts of Rehabilitation for Chronic and Disabling Health Problems

Mr. Euphelian is a 70-year-old patient recovering from a hip replacement. On postoperative day 2, he refuses to get out of bed, and states that he is not going to participate in physical therapy.

Question 1 What complications of immobility should the nurse anticipate?

Question 2 On postoperative day 3, Mr. Euphelian agreed to get out of bed, and participate in physical therapy. On postoperative day 4, he is being discharged to a rehabilitation facility until he is able to perform his own ADLs and walk independently. Mr. Euphelian will be using a walker until he is able to walk more independently. With whom should the nurse collaborate to make sure Mr. Euphelian has the right walker? What initial education should the nurse provide to enhance patient safety?

Question 3 While at the rehabilitation center, the nurse notices that Mr. Euphelian has a reddened area and edema on the back of his left calf. The pedal pulse in his left foot is detected only with a Doppler. What other assessment data should the nurse collect?