Ati lpn ob maternal newborn
Ati lpn ob maternal newborn ( 28 Questions)
A nurse is caring for a client who is 1 day postpartum following a cesarean birth.To prevent thrombophlebitis, the nurse should contribute which of the following interventions to the client’s plan of care?
Ambulation is crucial in preventing thrombophlebitis as it promotes blood circulation and prevents blood stasis, which can lead to clot formation.
Warm, moist soaks can provide comfort but do not significantly contribute to preventing thrombophlebitis.
Bed rest increases the risk of thrombophlebitis due to decreased circulation and blood stasis.
Placing pillows under the knees can impede blood flow and increase the risk of clot formation.
Choice A rationale
Ambulation is crucial in preventing thrombophlebitis as it promotes blood circulation and prevents blood stasis, which can lead to clot formation.
Choice B rationale
Warm, moist soaks can provide comfort but do not significantly contribute to preventing thrombophlebitis.
Choice C rationale
Bed rest increases the risk of thrombophlebitis due to decreased circulation and blood stasis.
Choice D rationale
Placing pillows under the knees can impede blood flow and increase the risk of clot formation.