To decrease the potential for a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in a patient who is a paraplegic from a spinal cord injury, the nurse will:
a. massage the patient's legs daily.
b. perform passive range-of-motion exercises.
c. encourage frequent warm baths.
d. allow the patient's legs to dangle for a period of 10 minutes several times a day.
B
DVTs are a problem for patients with a spinal cord injury. Passive range-of-motion exercises manipulate the muscles, which improves venous return, reducing the probability of DVT.
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