When assessing a postoperative patient,a nurse notes tenderness,redness,and swelling in the left calf.What should the nurse do next?

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Patient complains of calf tenderness,redness,and edema in lower extremity.These are signs and symptoms of venous thrombosis or thrombophlebitis.Notify physician,and anticipate orders for bed rest,leg elevation,and initiation of anticoagulation (e.g.,heparin intravenous drip).
Do not massage the affected leg.Continue to have patient do leg exercises with unaffected leg,not the affected leg.

When Assessing a Postoperative Patient,a Nurse Notes Tenderness,redness,and Swelling in the Left