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What is the primary purpose of compression stockings?
What is the primary purpose of compression stockings?
- Enhancing muscle strength
- Preventing and guarding against venous disorders (correct)
- Reducing lymphatic pressure
- Increasing arterial blood flow
How do compression stockings aid in increasing circulation?
How do compression stockings aid in increasing circulation?
- By reducing the diameter of distended veins (correct)
- By decreasing venous blood flow velocity
- By compressing the arteries
- By increasing lymphatic pressure
What is the tightest point for compression stockings?
What is the tightest point for compression stockings?
- At the thigh
- At the calf
- At the ankle (correct)
- At the knee
Apart from preventing blood clots, what else do knee-high compression stockings help with?
Apart from preventing blood clots, what else do knee-high compression stockings help with?
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How do compression stockings differ from traditional dress or athletic stockings?
How do compression stockings differ from traditional dress or athletic stockings?
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