When Assessing a Postoperative Patient,a Nurse Notes Tenderness,redness,and Swelling in the Left
Multiple Choice
When assessing a postoperative patient,a nurse notes tenderness,redness,and swelling in the left calf.What should the nurse do next?
A) Massage the lower leg
B) Prepare for heparin therapy
C) Keep the leg in a dependent position
D) Have the patient exercise that extremity
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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