ATI LPN Maternity Exam
ATI LPN Maternity Exam ( 79 Questions)
A client who is 7 days postpartum calls the provider's office and reports pain, swelling, and redness of her left calf. Besides the client seeing the provider, which of the following interventions should the nurse suggest?
rationale:
Massaging the area is not recommended because the client's symptoms could indicate a possible deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and massaging could dislodge a clot and cause harm.
rationale:
Applying cold compresses is not recommended if DVT is suspected, as it could potentially worsen the condition.
rationale:
Flexing the knee while resting is not recommended if DVT is suspected, as it could potentially worsen the condition and increase the risk of a clot traveling to the lungs (pulmonary embolism).
rationale:
Elevating the leg can help reduce swelling and improve blood flow. However, the client should still see the provider for further evaluation of possible DVT.
Choice A rationale:
Massaging the area is not recommended because the client's symptoms could indicate a possible deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and massaging could dislodge a clot and cause harm.
Choice B rationale:
Applying cold compresses is not recommended if DVT is suspected, as it could potentially worsen the condition.
Choice C rationale:
Flexing the knee while resting is not recommended if DVT is suspected, as it could potentially worsen the condition and increase the risk of a clot traveling to the lungs (pulmonary embolism).
Choice D rationale:
Elevating the leg can help reduce swelling and improve blood flow. However, the client should still see the provider for further evaluation of possible DVT.
