A Patient Had Hip Replacement Surgery

A patient had hip replacement surgery.What intervention is most appropriate to prevent dislocation?

A) Instruct staff to use a fracture pan when the patient needs to toilet.
B) Administer ordered pain medication prior to turning.
C) Elevate the patient's knee on the affected side with a pillow.
D) Apply an abduction splint while the patient is in bed.

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