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Risks of immobility on the CVS? |
Pooling of blood Reduced circulation Increased pressure on legs = blood clots Oedema Orthostatic hypotension |
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What are some signs of DVT? |
- Calf, foot or leg pain when ambulating - redness, swelling, warmth |
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Rationale for implementing passive range of motion exercises post op? |
To improve venous return = prevents DVT |
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Complication of DVT |
Pulmonary embolism |
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Type of medication clexane is |
Enoxaparin sodium (low molecular weight heparin) |
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Type of medication clexane is |
Enoxaparin sodium (low molecular weight heparin) |
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Clexane indicated for |
Prophylaxis of venous thromboembolic disease |
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How to administer clexane |
Deep subcutaneous injection Alternated between left and right anterolateral abdominal wall (use different site each time) Do not expel air bubble from syringe (avoids loss of drug) |
