A patient with type A hemophilia has been admitted to the hospital with severe pain and swelling in his right knee.To prevent joint deformity during the initial care of the patient,what should the nurse do?

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Immobilizing the knee will prevent further damage to the joint and reduce the risk of joint deformity in the initial care of the patient with type A hemophilia. Elevating the right lower limb on pillows and performing passive range of motion or isometric exercises may exacerbate the bleeding and swelling in the knee joint, leading to further joint damage and deformity.

A Patient with Type a Hemophilia Has Been Admitted to the Hospital