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Which position should be provided to the client if the nurse Justin is taking care a client with deep vein thrombosis?

Asked by Santepro, Last updated: Apr 10, 2024

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Answered Feb 20, 2018

Bed rest with the affected extremity elevated.

Bed rest is indicated to prevent emboli while the elevation of the affected leg facilitates blood flow by the force of gravity and reduces pain and edema.
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