g interventions would the nurse employ? (SATA) A. Maintain strict bed rest with bathroom privileges only. B. Increase oral fluids C. Administer anticoagulant medications as ordered D. Ensure sequential compression devices are in use when patient is non-ambulatory E. Minimize flexing of the lower extremity without a physical therapist present?

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To prevent the incidence of the development of a DVT for a patient after orthopedic surgery, which of the following interventions would the nurse employ? (SATA)

A. Maintain strict bed rest with bathroom privileges only.

B. Increase oral fluids

C. Administer anticoagulant medications as ordered

D. Ensure sequential compression devices are in use when patient is non-ambulatory E. Minimize flexing of the lower extremity without a physical therapist present? 

 

 

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