Ati lpn med surg exam
Ati lpn med surg exam ( 49 Questions)
. A patient is a risk for developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT) after a prolonged surgery. Which of the following factors contribute to venous stasis increase the risk of DVT?
High fluid intake: High fluid intake can help maintain blood flow and reduce the risk of venous stasis.
Immobility during and after surgery: Immobility contributes to venous stasis and is a primary risk factor for DVT, especially after prolonged surgery.
Low body temperature: Low body temperature does not directly cause venous stasis or increase the risk of DVT.
Increased physical activity: Increased physical activity promotes circulation and reduces the risk of DVT by preventing blood from pooling in the veins.
A. High fluid intake: High fluid intake can help maintain blood flow and reduce the risk of venous stasis.
B. Immobility during and after surgery: Immobility contributes to venous stasis and is a primary risk factor for DVT, especially after prolonged surgery.
C. Low body temperature: Low body temperature does not directly cause venous stasis or increase the risk of DVT.
D. Increased physical activity: Increased physical activity promotes circulation and reduces the risk of DVT by preventing blood from pooling in the veins.