Prophylaxis for deep vein thrombosis includes all of the following except
A) low-dose heparin.
B) increased fluids.
C) elastic stockings.
D) external pneumatic compression devices.
B
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A client recovering from delivery asks for another ice pack to place on the site of a midline episiotomy. How should the nurse respond to this request?
1. "I will get you one right away." 2. "You only need to use one ice pack." 3. "You need to leave it off for at least 20 minutes and then reapply." 4. "I will bring you an extra so that you can change it when you are ready."
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a. 20 to 30 b. 60 to 90 c. 100 to 120 d. 200 to 240