A Patient Who Is Status Postsurgical Repair of a Right

question 27

Multiple Choice

A patient who is status postsurgical repair of a right hip fracture is at risk for thrombus formation and potentially pulmonary emboli.Which of the following interventions would be BEST recommended to this patient following discharge home to prevent a deep vein thrombus?

• A)Pneumatic calf compression
• B)Regular ambulation throughout the day
• C)Passive stretch of the calf on the surgical limb
• D)Elevation of the lower extremities

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