The nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a patient who has received a total hip replacement. Which of the following exercises should the nurse recommend to help prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT) formation? (Select all that apply.?

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Straight leg raises (SLRs), foot circles, heel pumping, and quadriceps setting are all exercises that can help prevent DVT formation after a total hip replacement. Deep knee bends and toe touches, on the other hand, can increase the risk of dislocation and should be avoided.

The Nurse Is Contributing to the Plan of Care for a Patient