The nurse is performing a physical assessment on a patient who underwent 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
• Output should not exceed 300 ml per shift. Excessive drainage should be reported to the physician.
• 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, but this is expected.