The Nurse Is Planning an Inservice for Nursing Assistive Personnel

Multiple Choice

The nurse is planning an inservice for nursing assistive personnel on ways to prevent the development of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in older clients. Which information must the nurse include in this presentation? Select all that apply.

A) Turn bed-bound clients and perform range-of-motion exercises.
B) Clients should be assisted to walk frequently when they are able.
C) Remind clients to ambulate short distances to avoid fatigue.
D) Apply fitted support stockings to older clients as prescribed.
E) Assist older clients to walk as soon as possible after surgery.