A 60 Year Old Undergoes Surgery for a Bone Fracture

question 31

Multiple Choice

A 60 year old undergoes surgery for a bone fracture.Which nursing measure would be most effective for preventing pulmonary embolism (PE) in this patient?

• A) Ensure that patient uses supplemental oxygen.
• B) Prevent deep vein thrombosis formation.
• C) Check hematocrit and hemoglobin levels frequently during the postoperative period.
• D) Promote aggressive fluid intake.

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