A nurse formulates the following expected outcome for a patient admitted with hemarthrosis: “The patient will have no new hematomas or other evidence of bleeding.” The most appropriate nursing...

A nurse formulates the following expected outcome for a patient admitted with hemarthrosis: “The patient will have no new hematomas or other evidence of bleeding.” The most appropriate nursing intervention would be to:

1. suggest the patient use a soft toothbrush.

2. handle the patient very gently, protecting joints.

3. keep the skin well lubricated.

4. place the patient on a mechanical soft diet.