The nurse is assisting a client to get out of a chair after having a right hip replacement 3 days ago. The client suddenly complains of pain and tells the nurse that it hurts too much to walk. Which...

The nurse is assisting a client to get out of a chair after having a right hip replacement 3 days ago. The client suddenly complains of pain and tells the nurse that it hurts too much to walk. Which nursing intervention is of priority?

a. Encourage the client to put most of the weight on the left leg.

 b. Support the client’s right side as the client is asked to stand up.

c. Assess the client’s right hip and leg.

d. Administer pain medication.

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