A patient is scheduled for radical prostatectomy. During the preoperative preparation, the nurse applies elastic compression stockings. The surgical position which places the patient at risk for the development of deep vein thrombosis is the:
A) Fowler's position
B) Prone position
C) Supine position
D) Lithotomy position
Ans: D
Feedback: Elastic compression stockings are applied before surgery and are particularly important for prevention of deep vein thrombosis if the patient is placed in a lithotomy position during surgery. The patient is not placed in the supine, prone, or Fowler's position.
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