Question

A nurse is caring for an asian-american client after arthroplasty. the nurse plans to help the client ambulate, but is aware that the client may feel threatened by physical closeness. what would be the most appropriate nursing action? instruct family members to ambulate the client. ambulate the client without answering his questions. let the client ambulate slowly on his own when he is stable. explain the purpose and need for assistance during ambulation.

Answer 1

The nurse should first explain to the patient the need for assistance and if they are still resisting the nurse should have the family members help.