The nurse is performing a physical assessment on a patient after undergoing a total knee replacement. Which of the following findings requires the nurse to notify the physician?
Explanation
• After a total knee replacement, a negative pressure dressing, or wound-vac is applied. Output should not exceed 300 ml per shift. Excessive drainage should be reported to the physician immediately
• The patient should have intact limb motion and signs of good perfusion, such as adequate color and warmth
• Pain after a total knee replacement usual requires opioid analgesics