A postpartal patient recovering from deep vein thrombosis is being discharged
What areas of teaching on self-care and anticipatory guidance should the nurse discuss with the patient? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Avoid crossing the legs.
2. Avoid prolonged standing or sitting.
3. Take frequent walks.
4. Take a daily aspirin dose of 650 mg.
5. Avoid long car trips.
1,2,3
Rationale 1: Crossing the legs puts pressure on them.
Rationale 2: Prolonged standing or sitting contributes to venous stasis.
Rationale 3: Frequent walks promote venous return.
Rationale 4: Taking a daily aspirin increases anticoagulant activity, and should be avoided if the patient is being treated with other anticoagulants.
Rationale 5: Avoiding long car trips is not necessary. The patient should be told to take frequent breaks during car trips, but not to avoid them entirely.
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