ATI RN
ATI RN Custom Med Surg Surgical patient Questions
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A nurse is caring for a patient who is postoperative following a total knee replacement. What action should the nurse take to prevent deep vein thrombophlebitis?
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Rationale: Encouraging fluid intake reduces blood viscosity, promotes circulation, and enhances fibrinolysis, preventing DVT. Flexing the knee can impede blood flow. Prolonged bed rest increases DVT risk. Massaging the calf can dislodge clots, causing embolism.
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