Which statement by a postpartum woman indicates that further teaching is not needed regarding thrombus formation?
a. "I'll stay in bed for the first 3 days after my baby is born."
b. "I'll keep my legs elevated with pillows."
c. "I'll sit in my rocking chair most of the time."
d. "I'll put my support stockings on every morning before rising."
D
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A As soon as possible, the woman should ambulate frequently.
B The mother should avoid knee pillows because they increase pressure on the
popliteal space.
C Sitting in a chair with legs in a dependent position causes pooling of blood in the
lower extremities.
D Venous congestion begins as soon as the woman stands up. The stockings should
be applied before she rises from the bed in the morning.
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