Which nursing measure would be appropriate to prevent thrombophlebitis in the recovery period following a cesarean birth?
a. Roll a bath blanket and place it firmly behind the knees.
b. Limit oral intake of fluids for the first 24 hours.
c. Assist client in performing leg exercises every 2 hours.
d. Ambulate the client as soon as her vital signs are stable.
C
Leg exercises promote venous blood flow and prevent venous stasis while the client is still on bed rest.
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