Following a total hip replacement, the nurse should position the client in which of the following ways?. 1. Place weights alongside the affected extremity to keep the extremity from rotating. 2....

Following a total hip replacement, the nurse should position the client in which of the following ways?.

1. Place weights alongside the affected extremity to keep the extremity from rotating.

2. Elevate both feet on two pillows.

3. Keep the lower extremities adducted by use of an immobilization binder around both legs.

4. Keep the extremity in slight abduction using an abduction splint or pillows placed between the thighs.