A nurse is instructing a client who has left-sided hemiparesis about the use of a quad cane. Which of the following actions by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

C. Using a raised toilet seat helps maintain the hips above the knees, which is recommended after THA to reduce strain on the hip joint and facilitate safer toileting. Keeping the hips higher than the knees helps prevent excessive flexion of the hip joint, which can strain the surgical site.

A Twisting at the waist places stress on the hip joint and can increase the risk of dislocation, which is a significant concern after THA surgery.

B. This option does not specify the correct procedure for using a walker

D. Heat application, such as using a heating pad, is not recommended for the operative hip after THA. Heat can increase blood flow and inflammation, potentially worsening pain and swelling.

B. Respiratory infections can spread via droplets, necessitating airborne precautions and isolation in a private negative pressure room to prevent transmission to other clients and healthcare workers.

A A compound fracture involves an open wound where the bone has punctured the skin. While this client may require isolation precautions due to the open wound, the primary concern is not infectious in nature.

C. Aspiration pneumonia can be caused by inhalation of oral or gastric contents into the lungs, leading to infection. Therefore, such a client does not require isolation.

D Acute ketoacidosis in diabetes mellitus is a metabolic emergency but is not typically contagious or requiring isolation precautions for infection control.