A patient planning air travel for lengthy periods should be advised to do which of the following to prevent complications such as blood clots? Select all that apply.
A) Sit as far back in the seat as possible to reduce venous pooling.
B) Perform leg pump exercises frequently.
C) Avoid crossing legs at the ankles.
D) Rest calves against the back of the chair when possible to promote venous exchange.
E) Ambulate as much as possible.
Question 2
The nurse is caring for a patient admitted for observation after having experienced a transient ischemic attack. What statement by the patient indicates the need for further teaching concerning the condition?
A) I will recover from the attack.
B) Experiencing another attack is not uncommon.
C) This is a wake-up call because I am at an increased risk for a stroke.
D) Once I have completely recovered from this I will not have further problems.
Nurse-patient interaction; nonveral communication
Symptoms of a patient in shock.
Scheduling patient appointments by telephone.
Preparing a Manual Patient Ledger.
Preparing the Patient’s Skin for Surgical Procedures
A physical therapist helping the patient on parallel bars.