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Which patient is at the greatest risk for developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT) due to immobility?
While hypertension is a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, it does not increase the risk of DVT specifically.
Patients who undergo surgery are at an increased risk for developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT) due to the immobility associated with the postoperative period.
Regular exercise is a protective factor against DVT, as it promotes circulation and venous return.
Diabetes is a risk factor for peripheral vascular disease, but it does not directly increase the risk of DVT.
Patients who undergo surgery are at an increased risk for developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT) due to the immobility associated with the postoperative period.
Incorrect choices:
a. While hypertension is a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, it does not increase the risk of DVT specifically.
c. Regular exercise is a protective factor against DVT, as it promotes circulation and venous return.
d. Diabetes is a risk factor for peripheral vascular disease, but it does not directly increase the risk of DVT.