A nurse is caring for a client who has capillary blood glucose 48 mg/dL. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

A. The patient uses crutches with a swing-to gait.
This action doesn't necessarily indicate a concern after hip arthroplasty. However, the nurse might want to assess the patient's gait and the use of crutches to ensure the proper technique is being employed and that the patient feels comfortable and stable.

B. The patient sits straight up on the edge of the bed.
Sitting straight up on the edge of the bed may not be suitable immediately after hip arthroplasty, especially with the posterior approach. The nurse should assess the patient's ability to sit upright without putting excessive pressure or strain on the surgical site.

C. The patient bends over the sink while brushing teeth.
Bending over can put stress on the surgical site and should be avoided during the initial recovery period after hip arthroplasty. This action might strain the incision and affect the healing process.

D. The patient leans over to pull on shoes and socks.
Similar to bending over the sink, leaning over to put on shoes and socks can strain the hip joint and surgical site. This movement could potentially put stress on the incision and hinder the healing process.

A. Flush the tube with water:
This is the correct action to take first. Flushing the tube with water ensures that the tube is clear and functional before administering the bolus enteral feeding.

B. Measure stomach contents:
This is not the first action to take. Before measuring stomach contents, it's important to confirm that the tube is patent and clear by flushing it with water.

C. Elevate the head of the bed:
While elevating the head of the bed is important during and after enteral feedings to reduce the risk of aspiration, it is not the first step. The initial focus should be on verifying the tube's patency.

D. Return gastric content into the gastrostomy tube:
If there is resistance or difficulty flushing the tube, returning gastric contents into the tube may be necessary, but it's not the first action. The first step is to attempt to clear the tube with water.