The prevention of DVT is an important part of the nursing care of all high-risk patients. When providing patient teaching for these high-risk patients, the nurse should advise lifestyle changes
What might these lifestyle changes include? (Mark all that apply.)
A) Use of a hot tub or whirlpool bath
B) Weight loss
C) Regular exercise
D) Smoking cessation
E) Water aerobics
Ans: B, C, D
Feedback: Patients should be advised to make lifestyle changes as appropriate, which may include weight loss, smoking cessation, and regular exercise. The use of a hot tub or whirlpool bath would not generally be advised by the nurse. Water aerobics is a form of exercise, so it is incorrect.
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