A nurse is caring for a client who had total hip arthroplasty 2 days ago. Which of the following actions should the nurse take

A. Instructing the client to bend at the waist is incorrect because hip flexion beyond 90 degrees is contraindicated after total hip arthroplasty due to risk of dislocation. B. Keeping the client’s heels elevated while in bed is correct. This helps prevent pressure ulcers, which are a common postoperative complication due to decreased mobility. C. Massaging the affected leg is contraindicated because it can dislodge a thrombus and lead to complications such as a pulmonary embolism. D. Maintaining adduction of the affected hip is incorrect because it increases the risk of hip dislocation. The hip should be kept in abduction using a pillow or abduction device.