A client is 3 days postoperative for cesarean birth. The client has tenderness, localized heat, and redness of the left leg and is afebrile
The nurse realizes that which of the following would be the best intervention for the client at this time? 1. Encourage to ambulate freely
2. Provide aspirin 650 mg by mouth
3. Provide Methergine IM
4. Placed on bed rest
4. Placed on bed rest
Rationale:
These symptoms indicate the presence of superficial thrombophlebitis. The treatment involves bed rest and elevation of the affected limb, analgesics, and the use of elastic support hose. Abulation would increase the inflammation. Aspirin does have anticoagulant properties but may not be the medication of choice at this time. Methergine is given only for postpartum hemorrhage and would cause vasoconstriction of an already inflamed vessel.
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