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Nursing Antiembolism Stockings Quiz

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What is the recommended frequency for removing antiembolism stockings?

Only when the patient feels discomfort
Every 12 hours
Once every 24 hours (correct)
Once every 48 hours

What should a technician avoid doing with the patient's antiembolism stockings before application?

Checking for proper size
Ensuring they are clean
Turning them inside out (correct)
Applying them when the patient is sitting

When applying antiembolism stockings, what is essential to ensure regarding the patient's toes?

They should be massaged before applying stockings
They should be covered by the stockings (correct)
They should be wrapped separately in gauze
They should be left exposed

Is it advisable for the patient to partially roll the stockings down at least twice daily?

<p>No, it can lead to reduced effectiveness (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of antiembolism stockings following surgery?

<p>To prevent blood clots (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Anti-embolism stockings: Procedure

Proper application and care of anti-embolism stockings to prevent blood clots.

Toe coverage (Stockings)

Anti-embolism stockings must cover the patient's toes completely.

Stockings: Frequency of Removal

Anti-embolism stockings should NOT be removed every 24 hours; follow doctor's orders.

Stockings: Turning Inside Out

Do not turn the stockings inside out before application.

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Stockings: Rolling Down

Patients should not roll down anti-embolism stockings excessively or routinely.