The nurse finds a 2-day postoperative patient who had a right total hip replacement lying supine with crossed legs. What observation should be made?

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Crossed legs after hip replacement surgery can lead to dislocation of the new joint. Therefore, the nurse should observe the right leg for any signs of shortening, which could be an indication of a dislocated hip.

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