The nurse caring for patients on the cardiac unit reviews the standards related to deep vein thrombosis prophylaxis.Which approach should the nurse recognize as being the most effective to prevent the development of deep vein thrombosis?
A) Using bilateral thigh-high stockings throughout hospitalization
B) Using low molecular weight heparin given subcutaneously daily
C) Using bilateral leg compression devices while the patient is in bed
D) Using a combination of pharmacological and compression interventions
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