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The Nurse Is Concerned That a Client Admitted for a Total

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The nurse is concerned that a client admitted for a total hip replacement is at risk for thrombus formation. Which assessment finding caused the nurse to draw this conclusion?


Definitions:

Heart

A muscular organ that pumps blood throughout the body, supplying oxygen and nutrients while removing waste products.

Involuntary Muscle Tissue

Muscle tissue that operates without conscious control, responsible for movements in the heart, digestive system, and other organs.

BRCA Analysis

A genetic test that checks for mutations in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes, known to increase the risk of breast and ovarian cancer.

Polymerase Reaction

A laboratory technique used to amplify DNA sequences, known as polymerase chain reaction (PCR).

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