DVT: Signs & Prevention

Miraide is recovering from a total hip arthroplasty and reports mild calf discomfort on the second day post-surgery. On examination, there is no significant swelling or redness, but the patient has a resting heart rate of 105 bpm. Which of the following interventions is MOST appropriate to reduce the risk of deep vein thrombosis?A) Initiate ambulation with a walkerB) Apply ice packs to the calfC) Administer ankle pumps and quad setsD) Perform a Homan’s test to confirm DVTDOWNLOAD THIS EPISODES CHEATSHEET:www.nptecheatsheet.com/dvt-implications