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Which of the following factors increase the risk of developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT)? Select all that apply.
Correct Option B,C,D, and f are the correct answers:
Rationale: The following factors increase the risk of developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT):
- Being overweight
- Smoking
- Having surgery
- Taking oral contraceptives
- Undergoing prolonged sitting or bedrest during which the calf muscles do not contract to help circulate the blood
- Older than 60 years
- Having some medical conditions, such as blood-clotting disorder, cancer, heart failure, pregnancy, or inflammatory bowel disease
- Immobility
Incorrect Option B,C,D, and f are the correct answers:
Rationale: The following factors increase the risk of developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT):
- Being overweight
- Smoking
- Having surgery
- Taking oral contraceptives
- Undergoing prolonged sitting or bedrest during which the calf muscles do not contract to help circulate the blood
- Older than 60 years
- Having some medical conditions, such as blood-clotting disorder, cancer, heart failure, pregnancy, or inflammatory bowel disease
- Immobility
