The nurse is concerned that a patient recovering from a craniotomy for a malignant brain tumor is at risk for developing a deep vein thrombosis. Which interventions would be appropriate for the patient at this time? Select all that apply.

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1. Graduated compression stockings have been shown to decrease the occurrence of venous thrombosis without increasing intracranial pressure.
2. The use of low-molecular-weight heparin is an alternative to the use of compression boots to reduce the risk for venous thrombosis.
3. The use of enoxaparin 40 mg each day is an alterative to the use of compression boots to reduce the risk for venous thrombosis.
4. Elevating the legs of the bed will not reduce the development of venous thrombosis in this patient.
5. Passive range of motion exercises every 8 hours will not reduce the development of venous thrombosis.

The Nurse Is Concerned That a Patient Recovering from a Craniotomy