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Which intervention is important for preventing venous thromboembolism (VTE) in an immobile patient?
Encouraging frequent ambulation and leg exercises helps prevent venous stasis and promotes blood flow, reducing the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in immobile patients.
Administering sedatives can increase the risk of VTE by promoting immobility and reducing leg movement. It is not an appropriate preventive measure.
Applying cold compresses to the lower extremities does not directly prevent VTE. Warm compresses may be used to promote circulation, but prevention strategies primarily focus on mobilization and blood flow promotion.
Limiting fluid intake does not directly prevent VTE. Adequate hydration should be maintained to promote circulation and prevent complications such as dehydration and urinary tract infections.
Encouraging frequent ambulation and leg exercises helps prevent venous stasis and promotes blood flow, reducing the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in immobile patients.
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b. Administering sedatives can increase the risk of VTE by promoting immobility and reducing leg movement. It is not an appropriate preventive measure.
c. Applying cold compresses to the lower extremities does not directly prevent VTE. Warm compresses may be used to promote circulation, but prevention strategies primarily focus on mobilization and blood flow promotion.
d. Limiting fluid intake does not directly prevent VTE. Adequate hydration should be maintained to promote circulation and prevent complications such as dehydration and urinary tract infections.