A nurse is assisting in the care of a client who is taking chlorpromazine. Which of the following findings indicates a therapeutic effect medication?

A. Maintain a safe and private environment for the client – Anticipated. Providing a secure and private setting helps support the client emotionally and ensures confidentiality during a sensitive situation.

B. Request a consult for case management – Anticipated. Case management can coordinate follow-up care, legal support, counseling, and additional resources for the client.

C. Provide resources to the client for the local Alcoholics Anonymous chapter – Contraindicated. There is no indication that the client has an alcohol use disorder. The focus should remain on addressing the sexual assault.

D. Contact children and youth services – Contraindicated. The client is a college student and an adult. There is no mention of minors being involved, so reporting to child protective services is unnecessary.

E. Provide resources for local support services – Anticipated. Connecting the client with crisis centers, advocacy groups, and counseling services is essential for emotional and psychological support.

F. Administer sexually transmitted infection prophylaxis – Anticipated. Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including gonorrhea, chlamydia, and HIV, should be administered to prevent potential infection.

A) You should avoid exercising for the next 6 weeks:
This statement is not accurate. The client is encouraged to gradually increase activity and participate in physical therapy as prescribed to improve mobility and strength following a total hip arthroplasty. While some rest and limited activity may be necessary immediately after surgery, complete avoidance of exercise for six weeks is generally not advised unless there are complications. Physical therapy exercises are often a key component in the recovery process after hip replacement surgery.

B) You should avoid lying on your right side:
This recommendation is incorrect unless specifically contraindicated due to complications. After a right total hip arthroplasty, the client can typically lie on either side once they are comfortable, unless instructed otherwise by the healthcare provider. It is important to follow the surgical instructions regarding positioning, especially avoiding positions that might place stress on the new joint

C) You should avoid putting a pillow between your legs when in bed:
This statement is incorrect. After a total hip arthroplasty, placing a pillow between the legs when lying on either side is recommended to maintain proper alignment of the hip joint and prevent dislocation. The pillow helps keep the legs slightly apart, preventing the hip from rotating inward, which can put the new joint at risk for dislocation.

D) You should avoid crossing your legs formonths:
This is correct. Following a total hip arthroplasty, it is essential to avoid crossing the legs, especially for the first several months. Crossing the legs can lead to hip dislocation or improper alignment of the joint. The nurse should reinforce the importance of avoiding crossing the legs both while sitting and lying down to ensure proper healing and to avoid complications such as dislocation of the new hip joint.