Author Question: A donut is a ring shaped device used to pad and protect only the head during a surgical procedure. ... (Read 81 times)

jman1234 · **on:** Jul 18, 2018

A donut is a ring shaped device used to pad and protect only the head during a surgical procedure.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

Antiembolic stockings or sequential compression devices help prevent severe hypotension and venous pooling.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

parshano · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 18, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: F
Donuts may be made of foam rubber or silicone gel and used to protect pressure points such as the head, ear, knee, heel, or elbow.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: T
Antiembolic stockings or sequential compression devices are used to decrease venous pooling and prevent the formation of thrombi or emboli.