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because of the DVT , Mr luke is at risk for post phlebitic syndrome ( also called post-thrombotic syndrome or POTS). Discuss the incidence , cause , symptoms and prevention of this potential long-term complication
Please Answer Because Of The Dvt Mr Luke Is At Risk For Post Phlebitic Syndrome Also Called Post Thrombotic Syndrome 1 (28.19 KiB) Viewed 21 times
Client Profile Case Study Mr. Luke is a 58-year-old man who is currently a client on an outpatient rehabilitation unit following a left total knee replacement (TKR) five days ago. This afternoon during physical therapy he complained that his left leg was unusually painful when walking. His left leg was noted to have increased swelling from the prior day. He was sent to the emergency department to be examined. Mr. Luke's vital signs are temperature 98.1°F (36.7°C), blood pressure 110/50, pulse 65, and respiratory rate of 19. His oxygen saturation is 98% on room air. The result of a serum D-dimer is 7 pg/mL. Physical exam reveals that his left calf circumference measurement is of an inch larger than his right leg calf circumference. Mr. Luke's left calf is warmer to the touch than his right. He will have a noninvasive compression/doppler flow study (doppler ultrasound) to rule out a DVT in his left leg
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