Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 67%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Client admitted with suspected deep-vein thrombosis (DVT)A nurse on the postpartum unit is performing a physical assessment of a client who is being admitted with a suspected deep-vein thrombosis (DVT). Which of the following clinical findings should the nurse anticipate the client will exhibit?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Calf tenderness on massage is a classic sign of DVT, indicating inflammation and clot presence.