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nelaaney

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on: Jul 22, 2018
The nurse would expect to administer an anticoagulant to a patient following which surgery?
 
  a. Hip replacement
  b. Hysterectomy
  c. Abdominal aorta aneurism (AAA) repair
  d. Appendectomy

Question 2

A patient states that his legs have pain with walking that decreases with rest. The nurse observes absence of hair on the patient's lower leg and the patient has a thready, posterior tibial pulse. How would the nurse position the patient's legs?
 
  a. Elevated
  b. Crossed at the knee
  c. Slightly bent with a pillow under the knees
  d. Dependent position


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jrpg123456

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Prophylactic anticoagulation is used for hip replacement because of the high risk of developing a deep vein thrombosis after hip replacement. Anticoagulants are not routinely administered to patients with hysterectomies, AAA repairs, and appendectomies.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
A patient with arterial insufficiency is taught to position their legs in a dependent position to use gravity to help perfuse the tissues. Crossing legs at the knee may interfere with blood flow. Slightly bent legs do not enhance blood flow.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
:D TYSM

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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