keri
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A 65 yr old female is scheduled for total abdominal hysterectomy.she is currently in good health ,but the surgeon is concerned becoz she has previous h/o pulmonary embolism 10 yrs ago .Which one of the following is most effective for prevention of another embolus?
a.subcutaneous heparin prophylaxis
b.full heparin therapy
c.aspirin prophylaxis
d.impedence plethysmography
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| keri
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| mccee
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[Which one of the following is most effective for prevention of another embolus?]
Don't u think this is poorly worded question.
If you are asking about efficacy then full dose IV heparin is the most effective but it is less safe and not cost effective. I think your Q should be "what is the best choice?"
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| mkodumagulla
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SO Subcutanious Hepari is the choice . Do u also agree with it mccee/ How about early ambulation?
Please clarify.
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