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Medesa

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on: Jul 18, 2018
Which of the following may be used for DVT prophylaxis during a vascular surgical procedure?
 
  a. Pulse oximeter, hemodialysis catheter
  b. Sequential compression sleeves, anticoagulant therapy
  c. Sandbags, urokinase
  d. Cell saver, pulse volume recorder

Question 2

Which of the following uses streptokinase to dissolve a thrombus in an occluded vessel?
 
  a. Endarterectomy
  b. Thrombolytic therapy
  c. Embolectomy
  d. Fluoroscopy


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Pariscourtney

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Reply #1 on: Jul 18, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
For deep vein thrombosis (DVT) prophylaxis, antiembolic stockings or sequential compression devices should be worn by the patient during and after the surgical procedure in addition to anticoagulant therapy.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Thrombolytic therapy can use streptokinase, urokinase, or tissue-type plasminogen activator to dissolve or loosen a clot. Most clots break up within 24 hours.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 18, 2018
Gracias!

ricroger

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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