What other measures would be instituted as part of thromboembolism prevention?
What will be an ideal response?
J.O. would likely receive prophylactic anticoagulation with either subcutaneous heparin, enoxaparin
(Lovenox), or dalteparin (Fragmin). A sequential decompression device could also be applied to the
left leg.
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