A client scheduled for surgery is being instructed in leg exercises and the pneumatic compression device to prevent which of the following postoperative complications?
1. Deep vein thrombosis
2. Infection
3. Delayed wound healing
4. Contractures
1. Deep vein thrombosis
Rationale:
The best care for a pulmonary embolism is prevention. Since surgical clients have an increased risk of developing a pulmonary embolism postoperatively, instructions should include ways to encourage movement, such as leg exercises, and the need for pneumatic compression devices to maintain lower extremity circulation and prevent the development of a deep vein thrombosis. Exercises and pneumatic compression devices do not prevent infection, encourage wound healing, or prevent contractures.
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