A 45-year-old male client with a confirmed DVT is being discharged from the ED. Which of the following client statements indicates that the client has received proper nursing instruction and understands how to manage his condition?

A 45-year-old male client with a confirmed DVT is being discharged from the ED. Which of the following client statements indicates that the client has received proper nursing instruction and understands how to manage his condition?


a) "I need to do my leg exercises five times or more every hour."

b) "I should lie on my side with my knees bent when sleeping."

c) "I need to ice my leg every 2 hours for about 20 minutes."

d) "I should try not to drink too much during the daytime."


Answer: "I need to do my leg exercises five times or more every hour."