A patient has had an ischemic stroke and has been admitted to the medical unit. What action should the nurse perform to best prevent joint deformities?
A) Place the patient in the prone position for 30 minutes/day.
B) Assist the patient in acutely flexing the thigh to promote movement.
C) Place a pillow in the axilla when there is limited external rotation.
D) Place patients hand in pronation.
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