A benefit of continuous compression therapy with an elastic bandage is:
A. Inhibition of fibrinolysis
B. Decreased venous return
C. Increased venous hypertension
D. Decreased sodium in subcutaneous tissues
D
D. Therapeutic benefits of continuous compression therapy include removal of sodium from subcutaneous tissue
A. Therapeutic benefits of continuous compression therapy include stimulation of fibrinolysis.
B. Therapeutic benefits of continuous compression therapy include increased venous return.
C. Therapeutic benefits of continuous compression therapy include alleviation of venous hypertension.
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