Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 78%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is caring for a client who is 7 days postpartum and calls the clinic to report pain and redness of her left calf.Besides seeing her provider, which of the following interventions should the nurse suggest?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Elevating the leg reduces swelling and improves venous return, appropriate for suspected DVT, unlike the other options which are contraindicated or ineffective.