The purpose of antiembolism stockings is to
A)
help prevent the formation of blood clots in the bloodstream.
B)
compress the veins.
C)
improve return of blood to the heart.
D)
all of the above
Answer:
D
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a. Family as context b. Family as patient c. Family as system d. Patient as individual
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