Sem 2 Ch 8 Cardiovascular or Peripheral: What should a patient be taught about Thrombophlebitis?

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What should a patient be taught about Thrombophlebitis?

Lexie Rae Negron · Accepted Answer

Avoid prolonged sitting or standing
Avoid dehydration
Reduce weight if obese
Perform dorsiflexion-extension exercises of feet and legs do not cross legs at the knees to elevate legs when sitting

Sem 2 Ch 8 Cardiovascular or Peripheral

What should a patient be taught about Thrombophlebitis?

Avoid prolonged sitting or standing Avoid dehydration Reduce weight if obese Perform dorsiflexion-extension exercises of feet and legs do not cross legs at the knees to elevate legs when sitting

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