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The midwife is teaching a 20-year-old woman at 34 weeks gestation about preventing deep vein thrombosis and thrombophlebitis after birth. Which of the following statements suggests that the client needs further teaching?

“I will have to walk soon after delivery.”
“I will not cross my legs when sitting.”
“Raising the knee gatch improves blood circulation.”
“I need to increase my fluid intake after delivery.”

Explanation

Answer - C - Using the knee gatch can impede blood flow, which increases the risk for deep vein thrombosis, or thromboembolism. The other options are correct ways of preventing these complications.

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