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Nclexpn Flashcards: Compression Devices And Dvt Prevention

Study Compression Devices And Dvt Prevention in Nclexpn with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

What is the correct technique to apply TED hose to minimize tourniquet effect?

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ANSWER

Do not roll down or fold; ensure top band is not constricting. Avoiding folds prevents localized constriction that could impair circulation or cause skin injury.

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A 77-year-old long-term care resident with obesity and limited mobility is prescribed sequential compression devices (SCDs) when in bed. The nurse finds the SCD pump turned on, but the sleeves are loosely wrapped and sliding down; the resident has 1+ edema and calf circumferences are equal at 35 cm bilaterally. Which action is MOST important for ensuring the effectiveness of the compression device?
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