NCLEX-PN (National Council Licensure Examination For Practical Nurses)

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An elderly client recovering from hip surgery is hesitant to ambulate, stating, 'It hurts too much to move.' Which of the following is the most appropriate initial action for the LPN to take?

Telling the client they must walk to prevent complications. Documenting the client's refusal to ambulate. Administering a prescribed analgesic 30 minutes before planned ambulation. Reassuring the client that the pain will eventually go away.

Correct Answer:

Administering a prescribed analgesic 30 minutes before planned ambulation.

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