While providing care to a patient recovering from a fractured hip, the nurse plans interventions to prevent the development of which of the following common types of contractures?

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Flexion and adduction of the hip with flexion of the knee is a common type of contracture that can develop in patients with a hip fracture. This position can occur due to prolonged immobilization and can ultimately limit the patient's mobility if not prevented. Internal and external rotation with abduction are also possible contractures, but may be less common in hip fracture patients. Hyperextension of the knee joint with foot drop deformity is not directly related to a hip fracture and is more commonly associated with spinal cord injuries or nerve damage.

While Providing Care to a Patient Recovering from a Fractured