A client who wishes to avoid blood clots may benefit from regular intake of
a. fish oil capsules.
b. salmon.
c. lecithin.
d. olives and olive oil.
Answer: b. salmon.
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a. left side-lying with right knee bent c. prone b. supine d. right side-lying