A clinic patient is being treated for polycythemia vera and the nurse is providing health education. What practice should the nurse recommend in order to prevent the complications of this health problem?
A) Avoiding natural sources of vitamin K
B) Avoiding altitudes of ?1500 feet (457 meters)
C) Performing active range of motion exercises daily
D) Avoiding tight and restrictive clothing on the legs
Ans: D
Feedback:
Because of the risk of DVT, patients with polycythemia vera should avoid tight and restrictive clothing. There is no need to avoid foods with vitamin K or to avoid higher altitudes. Activity levels should be maintained, but there is no specific need for ROM exercises.
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