How Does the Nurse Assess for Homans' Sign

question 18

Multiple Choice

How does the nurse assess for Homans' sign?

• A) Extending the foot and inquiring about calf pain.
• B) Extending the leg and inquiring about foot pain.
• C) Flexing the knee and inquiring about thigh pain.
• D) Dorsiflexing the foot and inquiring about calf pain.

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Definitions:

Normal Balance

The side (debit or credit) of an account that is usually increased, indicative of the account type's nature in the accounting equation.

Financial Statement(s)

Reports that provide comprehensive information about a company's financial health, operations, and cash flows over a defined period, serving as a basis for financial analysis.

Permanent/Temporary

Describes the nature of employment or accounting entries; permanent implies longevity or continuity, whereas temporary indicates a limited duration or interim status.

Normal Balance

The normal balance is the side (debit or credit) of an account that is expected to have a higher balance based on the accounting equation.