When the nurse is assessing a patient in traction, which of the following signs or symptoms may indicate that the patient has developed a deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?
A) Increased warmth of the calf
B) Decreased circumference of the calf
C) Loss of sensation to the calf
D) Pale-appearing calf
Ans: A
Feedback: Signs of DVT include increased warmth, redness, swelling, and calf tenderness. These findings are promptly reported to the physician for definitive evaluation and therapy.
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