The nurse is providing discharge instructions to an older adult patient who is going home after having a total knee replacement.Which will the nurse include in the discharge teaching to decrease the patient's risk for developing a thrombosis or pulmonary embolism?

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The use of compression stockings can decrease the risk of developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE) after surgery. Placing pillows under the knees and limiting fluids may provide comfort but does not reduce the risk for DVT/PE. Limiting ambulation can increase the risk for DVT/PE.

The Nurse Is Providing Discharge Instructions to an Older Adult