The care plan for a client with a fractured hip includes nursing actions to prevent which type of contracture?
ExplanationA. After a fractured hip, the muscle spasms and the client’s tendency to flex the hips can lead to flexion contractures of the hip.
B. Abduction contractures do not occur; abduction is maintained if a prosthesis is used to keep the head of the femur in the acetabulum.
C. Contractures most often involve flexor, not extensor, muscles.
D. The hip will tend to externally rotate.
