Question

An older adult patient had a hip replacement. when should the patient begin with assisted ambulation with a walker? 2 to 3 weeks 72 hours 1 week 24 hours

Answer 1

24 hours should be good!!

Answer 2

Answer:

The answer is 2 to 3 weeks

Explanation:

This stage is known as cemented rehabilitation from 0 to 3 weeks and is the first objective, among which is:

-Decreased pain.

-Reduction of edema.

-Prepare the patient in sensitivity work.

-Prepare the patient in the work of cardiovascular conditioning.

-Prepare the elderly patient for the use of the walker.