A patient has developed severe postsurgical muscle weakness in the lower extremities after the removal of a brain tumor. The nurse takes which initial intervention to minimize the patient's risk of developing a deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?

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Antiembolism hose are the most effective intervention to prevent DVT, as they improve venous blood flow and reduce venous stasis. Asking about DVT history, adding leg massages, and instructing the patient to perform leg exercises are also important interventions, but applying antiembolism hose is the most appropriate initial intervention.

A Patient Has Developed Severe Postsurgical Muscle Weakness in the Lower