A resident fell in the shower and fractured his right hip. The person returned to the nursing center after surgery to repair the hip. He is at risk for the following post-operative complications:
A) Depression, skin tears, and burns
B) Pressure ulcers, constipation, and confusion
C) Incontinence, hair loss, and stomatitis
D) Diarrhea, bleeding, and infection

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After surgery to repair a hip fracture, the resident is at risk for several post-operative complications including pressure ulcers from prolonged bed rest, constipation from pain medication and immobility, and confusion from anesthesia and changes in routine. Depression, skin tears, and burns are not commonly associated with hip surgery. Incontinence, hair loss, stomatitis, diarrhea, bleeding, and infection are also less common complications after hip surgery.

A Resident Fell in the Shower and Fractured His Right